(27 April 2014, 22:43)MaryN Wrote: It was a minor thing and dissipated quickly, but afterwards I realised it could have turned nasty. Either of us could have been hurt; I might have done someone a nasty injury with my gardening implement and things could have got serious. They didn't, but I behaved really stupidly because I didn't think, and I didn't think I had time not to act.
That's one of the reasons for discussing this kind of situation or scenario ahead of time. It allows for more calculated actions to be taken.
Glad it turned out okay though, and that you're both alright.