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[quote=Anonymous]People who post about their kids' social gatherings and tag all the other parents are insecure, in my experience. They are show-offs who want everyone else to know how much fun they are having, and how "popular" their kids are, and are too self-absorbed to realize that along with propping up their ego, it is obnoxious to do this and makes others feel left out.

OP, teach your son that it is rude to talk about your party/gathering in front of people who were not invited. His friend is not being kind (or a real friend) if he does that. It's a hard lesson to be left out of something, but unfortunately part of life. Another important lesson is that you don't always have to play the game. Seek out the people who are nice and who you enjoy being with.

We had a mom like this at my DD's private - very fake-friendly, posts literally EVERYthing on FB, including kids and their friends at various outings/get togethers, glamorous vacations, DD all dolled up in designer clothing with her hair professionally done for every special occasion (this kid started getting $200 highlights at age 11), DS getting parts in commercials, etc. She clearly had money to burn and was living through her kids, who were as spoiled and disagreeable as one might expect. I didn't unfollow her just because I find entertainment value in seeing the posts now.

Unfortunately, since your son is young, you will likely be dealing with this family for several years yet. I'd just distance myself and encourage my child to do the same. And hell to the no on the charity contributions.    [/quote]

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