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I never expect that someone bring something when I invite them over. I invited them because I wanted their company.
However, I ALWAYS bring something when I go to another person's house. It's just how I was raised. Depending on the event it's usually either an appetizer, bottle of wine, dessert or small plant.
My best friends always bring something over when they come. I don't ask. They don't even ask. They just do it.
Your "best friends" are people who obviously know you very well and aren't in the category of someone you've just started dating. I think you're way out of line in getting so miffed about something so trivial. There should be no expectation of a host to expect that an invitee automatically bring something. I've been entertaining in my home(s) for close to 50 years now. I love to cook/entertain and love good company. I always appreciate someone's contribution but absolutely don't expect it and certainly wouldn't get all in a tizz-wazz about it.
I think if you are in a relationship that would be a normal thing to do. You just say, "Hey, on your way over grab some milk", or whatever
But, if you've just started seeing someone, and it is the first time they are coming over...no. If you are inviting them over to hang out, watch movies...maybe they will bring their own snacks, or something to share. But, I've never considered someone rude when I invited them over and they didn't carry in a bag of goodies. Your the hostess, you provide the goodies.
And, honestly, if you are really counting toilet paper, maybe you aren't ready for house guests.
^^^^^ this. It may be indicative that you entitlement issues, which may be why you have no date. I have never expected anybody to bring me something when I invited them to my house. The only time I may bring something to somebodies house if they are having a party or get together I may bring a bottle of wine or liquor.
hm... I kind of thought that part of being a host/ess was graciousness, generosity and hospitality. The pleasure of the other person's company is payment enough. Usually, they'll reciprocate eventually, and will have you over, or will take you out to dinner. But if it's a hardship to host someone, put a coin-operated lock on the bathroom door.
Lol, I know right, if I can't afford toilet paper I don't need to be having guess.
You think a gift Vibrator might be presumptuous on the 2nd date ?
hahaha......no not at all
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