3 years ago, we ended up with about 25 kids. The
invitation went out to every child in kindergarten. There is an unwritten rule
about it - don't break little hearts! We also invited the siblings. It got
crazy expensive and just crazy.
This time around, I asked him to pick only 3 or 4
friends. He did and then, we added a couple more. It turns out there are 9 boys
in Hans' class including him. We found out he included 5 and left out 3. One of
them is Chucky/Junior. I wondered if Hans
wanted to invite those 3 boys?! My friend Y wondered why I would ask my child to invite a boy who tormented him for most of
his school life?! And continues to do so on occasion!! I responded that I do not want that kid to be the only kid
not included.
Hans was very gracious and agreed to be inclusive.
Then we kept adding kids as we didn't want to hurt grownup feelings now! Soon,
we had close to 20 kids. My friend Y got really sarcastic on me and suggested
that I make a flyer and drop if off at every home in the neighbourhood so I
include everyone! I could see her point, but then I wanted her to see mine too!
As of now, the birthday has become a long weekend
celebration trying to accommodate everyone. Craigley is looking at me like I am
a crazy woman. I know I am a crazy woman. However, if I am willing to take it
on and see it through, wouldn't it be a wonderful learning experience for
Hans?! What if Hans' kind gesture changes Junior in a positive way?! I can
always hope for the best. And I am just glad that the only person who matters
most this weekend is not looking at me like I am a crazy woman.
Will keep you
posted folks. Wish me luck!
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