Children's Birthday Party Supplies

Two birthdays of my son are in November, with my niece and step-mother. (12th, 14th, 18th, and 22nd) Instead of having several parts, my sister and I decided to have a part of the family and share the cost. Sounds simple, right? Here the drama ...

We bought party favors and split everything. Then we went to buy food. I know how everything we need, when she said she has invited some "friends. Apparently, some means 30 couples and their children. I always planned to split the cost of everything that I know none of these people. We originally expected about 20 family members.

She also won a "great" on a home the rebound from a friend of hers for $ 150. I checked the Internet and they are only $ 80.

Besides the financial aspect, my boys see Tables gift with one third less than their cousin gifts and do not know one third of people attending. What will hurt one day that is supposed to be theirs too.

She also sent to all calls and set the time for 16 hours without consulting me. The sun sets by 5:30.

We have just moved to the state and have no one to call except the family. Should I deal with it or tell him something? I do not want to cause more drama. I feel like I'm taking the advantage and simply want a part of Nice for my boys. I could not ignore the $ if I do not doubt that they do not feel like it was not their party. What do you think?

I think you should sit down with your sister and calmly explain your concerns. You have done an excellent job of explaining them here, so I'm sure you can do. If you're really nervous, why not write it all, and then sit down while she reads, and then talk to.

Your concerns are quite valid. Why do not you agree to share the costs of decorating the castle and bouncy, and work at a food cost per person. Divide the amount of family members, and it can pay for the guests she has invited.

It need not be dramatic.

Good luck!

Start inviting all children in their classes and all your colleagues and neighbors. You can crash the party too.

Just go half next year to make your own party.

No, I definitely would say something, if you and your sister-in-law are mature that it should not cause the tragedy. This does not seem fair to your son. If I were them, I feel as if she was not even my party. I mean im sure, now there is not much you can really do about it, but at least talk to your sister-brother. Just tell him you think it was a bit difficult for her to do what she does not even check with you first, it's not like you're just helping with the party of his children is also yours. I think this will be the party of its intention, and you just helped pay. Tell him how you feel about it, and then not do it again next year! But this time you're just going to have to get the most out of your situation. I hope all is well!