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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP lost me at "cost per kid $150"[/quote]

Agree.  She could have said

My daughter could only invite 8 because of cost issues and couldn't invite everyone.  Neighbor was hurt.  But $150 a head and over the top goodie (aka SWAG) bags is extreme, pretentious, and rude.

If you and your daughter wanted this type of "look at me" lavish party, you have to prepared for friend fall-out.  That was a choice whether you believe you or the neighbor is in the wrong.

You could have easily had a sleepover with 15 girls with pizza, popcorn and movies for $150 and then taken a few closest friends to a nice dinner another night.  But you didn't so you have no right to complain that others feel left out.

Also, karma is a bitch.  Make sure your daughter is prepared.

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Man, some of you people are so jealous and angry.  You might say you are not, but your words read differently. It sounds like the birthday girl must be a nice girl because she has lots of friends.  OP never said her daughter was ever mean to neighbor, just not tight.  If OP has the money, go for it.  She said it was a special birthday so they went all out. Good for them.  My daughter was once invited to a party I will never be able to afford, and it was awesome! She has also not been invited to a party she really thought she would attend. The neighbor mom is making the situation drag by complaining about it.  She needs to parent, teach her child about disappointment and move on. And if you knew anything about Karma, you would know that it affects most those who choose to view things with negativity and those who try to wield it as threat or weapon. Be kind and mind your words.[/quote]

I was thinking the same thing as I was reading the messages. A lot of the comments seem fueled by the fact that OP can afford a posh party (and they can't) instead of the actual dilemma.
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Sounds like OP couldn’t really afford it.  If 1 or 2 kids makes a difference at only $150 each, she probably was out of her price point. But wanted to make a big show anyway. [/quote]

Once again, jealousy. She set a budget, she stuck to her budget. Even wealthier people have budgets. Maybe she saved for this birthday, maybe the grandparents helped.  Maybe mom got a bonus and used it for the party. Maybe she could invite 20 more girls, but wanted a smaller group.  Remember that from what OP has written, neighbor girl would NOT have been one of the 1-2 extra girls invited had she expanded the guest list.  She's not a close friend. The situation would have remained the same if mom had added 2 extra girls, since they wouldn't have been the neighbor.  
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