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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]If someone makes a good-faith attempt at hosting, the only polite response is something along the lines of “Thank you for having us.” If a relative wants things her way, she can host. Simple as. Also, I don’t do things for people who complain. Hated the meal? Then I’m not inviting you back to insult me again.[/quote]

OP here, thank you! It’s not like I put bags of Doritos (!!!) out and called it good. There were hot and cold options, a mix of dips, mini sandwiches, meatballs, taquitos, cheese balls, salad, ham and cheese roll ups, charcuterie and I’m not even sure what else at this point. Not to mention multiple desserts. And drinks for everyone.

Personally,  I hate a Turkey dinner. Despise it. But I would never, ever complain about it because I understand the effort that was put into it and someone opened their home to me.

Also, I know the food wasn’t the real issue since our family has done this before (including other people hosting that weren’t me). [/quote]

When I eat that kind of stuff for dinner, sure it fills me up but it causes me to feel gross.  It’s not really a meal, it’s just fat- and carb-heavy snacks.[/quote]

I can think of a lot of meals that are served at holidays or special occasions that are carb heavy.  What would be an acceptable meal to you, so that you don’t feel gross?  [/quote]

Lean protein, vegetables, salad, maybe a carb or two.[/quote]

Oh god, this is so boring—it’s just an everyday meal. Holidays are the time to live it up a little![/quote]

Amen!  And even in my everyday life I’m not this boring!  Food should be joyful and fun.  Just portion control, people!  [/quote]

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