Yes because there is no middle ground between being a spoiled entitled brat and sending thank you cards. Oh wait the middle ground has been posted here. You know calls, personal thank yous, text message with the child actually enjoying th gift. Lol that because my kids don't write thank you notes for every gift they graciously receive and thank the gift giver they will be entittled brats.
The biggest bridezilla (and then entitled mom) I know was a stickler for Ty cards. They're not always this sincere act.
I think, unfortunately, this is very common scenario.
Yes because there is no middle ground between being a spoiled entitled brat and sending thank you cards. Oh wait the middle ground has been posted here. You know calls, personal thank yous, text message with the child actually enjoying th gift. Lol that because my kids don't write thank you notes for every gift they graciously receive and thank the gift giver they will be entittled brats.
The biggest bridezilla (and then entitled mom) I know was a stickler for Ty cards. They're not always this sincere act.
Oh, FFS.
Whatever, I think someone who can't write a thank you note for a wedding gift is a brat. I'm fine with that line. Otherwise, for all I know the damn place setting is rotting in a UPS warehouse, or worse the cash walked off with a bus boy.
And again, really WTF am I suppose to do if kids don't open a gift at a party? Text each parent a picture? Surely people think that it is insane for an entire class of kids.
What I have learned here today: There are too many entitled brides and new moms in this world. Thank you notes are not necessary and should not always be expected. Oh the irony...
Yes because there is no middle ground between being a spoiled entitled brat and sending thank you cards. Oh wait the middle ground has been posted here. You know calls, personal thank yous, text message with the child actually enjoying th gift. Lol that because my kids don't write thank you notes for every gift they graciously receive and thank the gift giver they will be entittled brats.
Scenario.
Kids birthday party at indoor bouncey nonsense place. Every single time I have gone to one of these parties, so hostess takes the gift from me when I check in -- way before we even see the birthday kid. No presents are opened. Come on, that kid should be sending a TY card, right?
Yes because there is no middle ground between being a spoiled entitled brat and sending thank you cards. Oh wait the middle ground has been posted here. You know calls, personal thank yous, text message with the child actually enjoying th gift. Lol that because my kids don't write thank you notes for every gift they graciously receive and thank the gift giver they will be entittled brats.
Scenario.
Kids birthday party at indoor bouncey nonsense place. Every single time I have gone to one of these parties, so hostess takes the gift from me when I check in -- way before we even see the birthday kid. No presents are opened. Come on, that kid should be sending a TY card, right?
Yes in that situation (we have had the same parties) thank you notes are written unless I specifically know that people don't want them (my group of friends are not fans)
I've never been to a birthday party where presents weren't opened. Ever.
Is this a regional thing?
IDK think so. I man, I don't see how you even do it at most kids parties out of the house. Two hours at some sort of indoor play place, maybe they get 1.5 hours to jump/play/whatever, eat pizza and cake, pack up and leave.
I'm sure if parties are at home its different, but this is pretty much the formula of every kids birthday party out of the house I've ever been to.
I've never been to a birthday party where presents weren't opened. Ever.
Is this a regional thing?
IDK think so. Â I man, I don't see how you even do it at most kids parties out of the house. Â Two hours at some sort of indoor play place, maybe they get 1.5 hours to jump/play/whatever, eat pizza and cake, pack up and leave.
I'm sure if parties are at home its different, but this is pretty much the formula of every kids birthday party out of the house I've ever been to.
Even out of the house parties, kids always open presents here. Usually after cake, while people are finishing eating.
Post by penguingrrl on Mar 19, 2015 16:16:06 GMT -5
Most of the birthday parties I've been to have been out somewhere and gifts weren't opened. It's usually 1.5-2 hours, so 1-1.5 hours of whatever activity (bouncing, skating, arts and crafts, whatever) followed by 30 minutes of pizza and cake. There's definitely no time to open presents in there. Kids would rather run around and play than watch presents being opened.
My UO, I hate showers where people actually sit quietly and watch the bride/mom-to-be open presents and I'm stuck sitting there bored. I have a huge, loud Italian family and I'm pretty sure 90% of us have ADHD, so we watch like the first two presents being opened then all start chatting again. And as the guest of honor that made me so much more comfortable than having a million eyes staring at me waiting to see me ohmygodlove every gift.
Last year was our first time not opening presents and I was so nervous what everyone would think. It was great. A few moms told me they were going to do it at their next party.
I hate opening during the party, things get opened that we don't want to yet, pieces get lost, some kid is having a fit because they want that toy. It was so nice to be able to slowly open at home when I could think. I was able to keep track of who gave what and it helped with thank you notes.
Post by justbecause on Mar 19, 2015 16:28:07 GMT -5
We usually open presents but it is more like a free for all. It is our first friends party this year so we will see. Usually it is "open presents" at home and don't if the party is out. My inlaws insist on opening AND taking out of the package at Christmas and birthdays for the boys and it is a nightmare! Too many toys everywhere when I would rather spread them out over a month or two and pieces dreaming everywhere. Not to mention it takes an eternity!
Always a thank you note. Always. And listen, I get if someone is busy or forgetful and I do not keep track of who sends one. But to act like it is soooo dated and stupid and unnecessary? Excuses because you just don't feel like doing it. Don't do it, but own it
Amy, I hated casseroles but H loves them. My mom bought me a casserole cookbook so I made some for H . Turns out I liked some of them! So I took one of the ones I liked and made it for you!
Haven't we beat the to open or not to open horse before?
Not since I've been on the board. My apologies.
Oh it was epic. One year olds reading 100 birthday cards, trunks full of presents.... I'm surprised it didn't get more coverage than dandelions and pouches, tbh.
Oh it was epic. One year olds reading 100 birthday cards, trunks full of presents.... I'm surprised it didn't get more coverage than dandelions and pouches, tbh.
Who invites 100 people to a birthday party? I don't want to feed that many people, nor do I want that many gifts to find room for.