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[quote=Anonymous][quote]Uh, no one sets the tone in MY house, but DH and me.

"If you guys want to focus on 'Jeopardy' and coffee, you'd probably be better off heading home. The kids are blowing off some steam after a long week, and we're going to be relaxed in our home tonight."

"You're welcome to come over for dinner next Sunday, but fair warning: we're having Stouffer's lasagna and salad, [b]because it's been a crazy month and I'm not up for cooking[/b]. If you'd rather bring over some takeout or something else, feel free! Just let me know by Thursday."

"Our plans for Saturday are to take the kids to the new 'Toy Story' movie, then out for dinner at Red Robin. Would you like to join?"

"Sure, Sunday sounds great. We'll be ordering pizza unless you'd rather order or bring something else."[/quote]

I agree with this except keep out the part about its been a crazy month. People should have to explain or apologize for why they are being casual. A manipulative relative will seize on this and work doubly hard to make you feel guilty for not doing it "right". Take the attitude that your casual fare and casual evening activities are AWESOME! Why wouldn't anyone love it?

When you say Stouffer's lasagne add and it is the BEST! We just love it. When you say were getting a pizza then add we've been looking forward to pizza all week. Can't wait!

When she asks where is the Diet Pepsi Say, oh that stuff is awful. How about some water?
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