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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I am surprised that on DCUM folks are competing to see who can be the worst party host instead of bragging about the easy peasy foie gras and truffle bento box lady bug shaped appetizers they made. [/quote]

Ha, ha.  I thought the same thing.  I'm so used to these threads where women talk about how hot, smart, fahsionable, foodie, well-read, well-traveled, and otherwise sophisticated and hard-working they are.  Turns out, they can't throw a party worth a damn.[/quote]

I'm trying to understand why people would not serve food from the comments here but I'm still baffled. I am the one who was invited to the 12:30-2pm party. This family is clearly not suffering, they gave great 'loot bag' gifts. A little too high priced but could not serve something during 1:30 with cake. My DS ate early lunch and I had food in my purse as a snack but that's just seems so weird given this is a social event where everyone should be happy and mingling. I brought extra snacks in my purse to share with other parenst waiting with me. I kind of hosted if you think about it :)

In these events parents shouldn't have to worry about their kid getting hungry and having to leave early or stuff their faces with food on their way to a party where they will promptly be thrown into an activity room. I was worried that his stomach will get upset from jumping around after having just ate in the car.

I hear what others are saying that if I don't like I shouldn't go and kids aren't worried about food.  You can be certain I will think twice about going to this kids party again and I cannot rely on my kids priorities to set mine. my DS relies on me to understand his needs. I would think parent of another kids throwing a all kids party would understand that adn provide nourishments if there if need be.

I practice what I preach. I provide food for kids and parents. Parent are also my guests. I consider parents my friends as well. If I don't know them well today, soon I will. Leaving them to stand there hungry just doesn't seem humanitarian or friendly or a good way to start a friendship.  Food is a good lubricant to start a conversation and have everyone at ease. I love it when i receive thank you note later complementing the food and our hospitality.[/quote]

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