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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I don’t understand people who bring food and make others heat it up for you or people who bring food only for a member of their family.

I have a kid who has food allergies and is extremely picky. He won’t  eat Turkey, gravy, cranberry, masked potatoes, green beans, or salad. Since he was little we had him eat before we arrived then had snacks in the car if the event was several hours long. I served him a plate with a little bit of most things. He learned to move the food around on his plate. He would eat some bread and butter. He serves himself now and does the same.

Obviously family realizes he doesn’t eat much but we realize it is teaching him it is polite thing to do. Taking out your own container of food is always going to be seen as odd. [/quote]

I disagree. I want people to have a good time at my house. If you tell me in advance that you can't eat something, I will have food that works for you. If you want to bring your own that's fine too; ideally let me know how it needs to be stored and warmed so I can work that into my cooking plan. If you need a nap or to go on a walk or to go in the other room and scroll on your phone, it's ok. This is especially true for kids or others who don't have the option of turning down the invitation.[/quote]

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