Article: Let them know that, while you don't want to go to prom with them, you're happy to take a picture together or dance with them if you bump into each other at the event. Maybe you know someone else who would love to go with them, or they have someone else they were also thinking of asking. Ask them if they want you to put in a good word for them or find out if someone else is interested. To offer them help with finding another date, you could say, "I'm sorry that I can't go with you; is there anyone else you were thinking of asking? Maybe I can help set you two up!" If you know someone else who is interested, try, "Thank you for asking, but I have to say no. I know someone else who would love for you to ask them, though!" If you aren't going to prom, or want to go with someone else, let them know you aren't against hanging out with them some other time. Offer to plan an outing where you can spend some time together away from prom. For example, you could say, "I'm flattered you've asked me, but I already have other plans. How about we hang out some other time and maybe grab some pizza?" It's hard to muster up the courage to ask someone to be your date to prom, so try not to hurt their feelings. Stay kind, polite, and empathetic: use a softer tone of voice, don't laugh at them, and don't gossip about them to others.
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Offer to hang out with them at prom. Offer to help them find another date. Say you'd love to hang out, just not at prom. Be kind.

Camels have an odd, side-to-side gait that causes a lot of friction if you aren't prepared. And the last thing you want is rough, straw-like camel hairs grinding up and down your soft legs. Your socks should come up as high as you can get them since the motion often hikes your pants up uncomfortably. Other clothing essentials include: A hat and sunglasses to protect your face from the sun. A long scarf or bandanna to protect your face in case of a dust storm. Dust goggles, especially if the forecast hints at possible storms. Don't look it in the eyes if you're nervous. Just stride up to it purposefully, coming from a diagonal angle. Unless you're a pro or have help, you're only going to mount the camel if the beast is sitting. With most guides and groups, the chance of agitating a camel is pretty low. However, there is no reason to take unnecessary risks. Getting on the camel is the hardest part of riding. Do it quickly, using your momentum as a guide. There is usually a stirrup on one side for your foot. Step up on this stirrup and get your other leg over and around. You want to be straddling the camel to keep your balance as you start riding. Once the camel stands up you can then move your legs to get more comfortable. There will be a handle on the front of the saddle to help you hold on as you get up. Some people actually mount by "leapfrogging" from behind the camel. Trust your guide's judgment if he/she suggests this they know their animals best. Camels stand up with their back legs first. If you're not careful, they'll throw you face first into their necks. Hold onto the saddle and lean back to counteract the camel's motion. Once it has a sure footing with the back legs, it will move to the front. Slowly lean forward as the camel pushes up so that you end up with your back straight.
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Wear long pants and long socks to protect your skin. Approach the sitting camel from the side, slowly and confidently. Throw your leg over the middle of the humps and quickly mount it. Lean backward as the camel starts to stand. Slowly lean forward as it gets onto its front legs.