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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My mom hosts extended family reunions that I attend as a favor to her because I know she wants to show off the grandkids. I have exactly zero interest in attending these parties. When she also wants me to bring a dish, it grates on me. (I’m 43 years old, BTW). So if your younger cousins are coming to Aunt Gert’s birthday party as a favor to their own parent, I can see why they wouldn’t want to shop for a gift as well. From your phrasing (“coming up”) I’m assuming this is an out of town party for them. [/quote] Do you eat at these parties? [/quote] NP. Doesn’t matter. If you can’t feed your guests, don’t “host.” If someone *offers* to bring a dish or a beverage, by all means, take them up on the *offer.* But do not “host” an “event” and then expect your “guests” to provide the food and beverage.[/quote]
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