Not Invited to the Party

My next-door neighbor is two years younger than I am, and we’ve always invited each other to our birthday parties. We used to be friends, but we’re not as close as we were.

Her birthday is coming up, and I caught her IMing my sister about whether or not to invite me to her party. She was worried I might not have a good time because I’m older and wouldn’t know anyone.

I understand, but it hurts a bit. I don’t know why because I’m not even sure I’d go. What should I do?


Obviously, it’s not that your neighbor doesn’t want you at her party—she’s worried you won’t have a good time.

While you played together as tots, now you’re the cool, older girl so she doesn’t know if you’d even want to come to a party with younger kids.

Since she’s worried about your feelings, think about hers. Tell her you consider her a friend and would like to celebrate her birthday with her.

If you don’t feel comfortable doing the whole party thing, just drop by with a gift and split. What’s important is showing her you still care about her.
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4/15/2010 11:59:00 AM
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