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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think all these folks piling on you are a bit nuts, as we live here and [b]we never really thought about asking my parents in NY to come down for every event[/b]. However, next time be smart and head it off at the pass and ahead of time and prime the pump and say “and let’s do something special for Larla’s birthday when we’re up there that weekend”. So they know they get to celebrate the birthday.

And yes, they have to realize that the grandparents down the street are going to see these kids more. If they’re that put out, are they going to drive in every time you need an emergency babysitter? Your parents get that “honor”. I didn’t think so. [/quote]

So, let me get this straight.  Because you choose not to invite your out of state parents to "every event" you think it's fine for OP not to invite her inlaws but her own parents to what most would consider an important event--a grandchild's birthday party?  ok . . .

NOPE [/quote]

Her parents live locally. They can just swing by, attend party and leave. She would have to probably accommodate the in-laws as they’re not gonna drive an 8 hour round-trip in one day which makes their visit at least a 24 hour visit versus her parents swinging by for a 1 to 2 hour party. Geesh. Lol.[/quote]

The thing about having out of town visitors for a child's birthday party is that there is usually another night of dinner expected, maybe a brunch/lunch too... it's more than simply hosting a 2 hour kiddie birthday party. The out of town visitors want to feel like it was worth the trip so they expect more of your time.[/quote]

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