Trippin, yes, this happens with acquaintances who are interested in more of a friendship than I am. I am really struggling with this issue lately. I have met a lot of people I like to do things with and see occasionally, but I don't want to develop friendships with all of them. I feel guilty saying no.

Hankster, I'm glad you cleared the air with your friend. It's not raining here, so looks like I'm heading out to weed