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[quote=Anonymous]It's hard for many of us to appreciate the logistical challenges that come with parties/playdates if you're from a lower SES background. Parents may work on the weekends, so it's grandma/auntie/older sibling watching your kid's bff. If they aren't working, there may be other siblings in the home with no one to watch after them while mom takes kid to a playdate. If your party is at a venue, the family may not have a car to get there. If the parents aren't a couple, the kids may spend the weekend with their dad who lives across town. Not a logistical challenge, but some parents are already part of a tight-knit community here in DC they've known their entire lives and aren't interested in dealing with people they don't know. If you're willing to put in extra effort (offering to pick the child up, invite the entire family), the first few reasons can be worked around. [/quote]
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