Letter writer is appalled by hosts asking guests to help with party costs after the event.
In January, I had the pleasure of attending two holiday parties. Both events were potlucks, to which I gladly contributed dishes. The hosts provided beverages like water, tea and coffee. The parties were well-attended, and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves.
However, a few days after each gathering, I received a message from the hosts. They mentioned the amount they had spent on the party and requested a $10-$30 donation from the guests, providing their financial app details for this purpose. This approach struck me as more akin to a fundraiser than a social gathering among friends.
I have gotten in the habit of parking on a residential side street that is convenient for entry and exit without having to wait for crossing guards and such. Lately I have noticed the lady whose house I typically park in front of giving me sideways glances, and the other day, she wagged her finger at me from afar like I was a naughty schoolboy. This residential street is about half a block from the school, and it’s a public street with no residential parking permits required.
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