My family usually get an "okay I'm gonna go now. I'll see you later" and that's about it.
But by then they can tell I've had enough of people today and want to leave so they're never surprised.
And if anyone wants to think I left because they arrived, so be it. I am not the shepherd of my family's emotions.
I can't just leave without saying anything though. Not unless they pissed me off.
/uj You know, I've known someone who plays violin for decades, I've helped her practice, attended concerts, she even tried to teach me a few things on it here and there...
I have never seen that piece.
Neat!
/j Always acquire/make a suppressor, it's not just about your own hearing, it's about being a good quiet neighbor. Really you're just doing everyone else a public service.