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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP, to me it’s one thing to invite family over to share special things like holidays. It’s nice to have a full house, everyone helps with the kids, and it’s the point of holidays.

But 4 extra children running around while everyone is trying to get together to watch a football game is a little different situation. Your kids aren’t interested in the game, which is the point of the gathering.

And this is exactly like family. Not everyone in a family gets together all together, all the time. It’s a football game, not a high holiday you weren’t invited to - you need perspective. [/quote]

I think the point is that OP and her DH would be interested in the football game, since they are from the same hometown as the hosts and are enthusiastic about the same football rivalry.

OP, your response to the “too many kids” comment should be “I know! But let me know next time and I’ll get a babysitter so DH and I can join you!”[/quote]

I do get it, but having 4 extra young children around kind of puts a lot of pressure on the host to ensure the kids are safe, entertained, fed, and watered, plus ensuring the adults get time to hang out and watch the game.

While I’m a “more the merrier” person in general, I can see where some hosts might balk a little at the difference between a couple and their child vs. A couple and 4 young children; it changes the dynamic significantly, especially if it’s supposed to be a super casual /laid back get together.

OP, I agree with the babysitter tactic, if you want to be included in these types of things. [/quote]

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