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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]This is kind of a funny thread because I am somewhat flaky (working on it) and I have difficulty having friendships with people who are anxious. It boggles my mind how many parents talk about their own anxiety and have kids who also have anxiety. It is also very stressful (for me) to be around them (eg wanting to finalize RSVPs over a month before a birthday; wanting things to be perfect / taking on too much / have difficulty being straightforward) but I’m sure it’s equally tough for the to be friends with me![/quote]

It's not anxiety to want RSVPs. One, additional people can be invited if you decline. Two sometimes the facility wants a firm number for staffing. Three I may be budgeting stuff out. Ordering pizza one week. Cake another. Plates and decorations. Drinks from Costco. Etc. I don't do stuff for parties the day prior. I'm volunteering or going to sports with my kid or hanging with my family.

If you don't know whether you want to go to a birthday party one month out just say no. People who wait are acting like they want to see if they get a better invite. Or you could say hey my MILs birthday is that weekend. We are still figuring it out I'll know by next Friday. And then follow thru. 
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