Thanks Thunderbolt,

I was reading a little more about lying this afternoon and different versions of it. One theory I came across was 'Lying for Privacy'. Meaning, you lie to stop nosey people in their tracks and prevent further questioning. I do live a private life and I don't enjoy discussing my personal business. I think I felt if I said the 'office job' line, then she would just leave it there. But saying "I have my own business" leads onto 100+ questions. Also I know I'm fearful of jealously. In the past I have openly spoke about my business before and I see the change in people towards me. It's like I've made them feel inadequate as a 9-5er. But that's not my intention. I had some time to think about this. I think I lied just to appear like everyone else and to stop a busy-body in her tracks!

Thanks for replying