A reader writes Abby, asking her what her thoughts are on buying her son's girlfriend a dress for graduation.
A reader writes Abby, asking her what her thoughts are on buying her son's girlfriend a dress for graduation.
My son, who is in his senior year of high school, is dating a beautiful, sweet girl I’ll call “Amanda.” I’m very fond of her. This is an exciting year for them both because soon she will be shopping for her graduation gown. Amanda told me her mom has said she will have to wear her older sister’s dress. Finances are tight for their family. I asked Amanda how she feels about it, and she isn’t happy.
I would love to buy her a gown. I remember being in high school and how exciting it was to be able to buy a new gown. My daughter is two years older and says that soon the girls in school will be talking about shopping for their new gowns. I really want this experience for Amanda. The problem is, I don’t want to offend her or her mother with my offer. Should I stay out of this? Should I approach her mother? I have met her mom only a couple of times, and I don’t want to step on any toes. Even if my son and Amanda are not together by the time graduation happens, I would still want her to have a dress of her choosing and all the experiences that come with it. --You are a caring, thoughtful, generous woman.
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