to think this Mum was brave but not wrong!

[MammaTJ]

DS went to a party today, He stated yesterday that he liked parties because of the party bags. I told him he might not get one, while fully expecting that he would, as is the norm due to social pressure.

At this party there was a disco, so DJ to be paid, and a bouncy castle on the lawn.

DS went to say thank you to the Mum and she said 'Sorry there are no party bags, as I think they are a waste of money'.

DS was upset coming away, but was told by DP to get over it as she is not wrong.

All the DC had had a lovely time playing and dancing and probably had a nicer time than they would have done if they had had party bags and no disco or bouncy castle.

I wonder if I will be so brave!

Will you?

AIBU to agree with this mum?

Ha! Sounds exactly what I would say! Folk should learn to be grateful for the actual party and the fact you have gone to the trouble and expense in the first place.

I give a few sweets essentially to get child home from the party in the car. And cake for home. Not doing anything else.