For Christmas, one of my 4 sisters-in-law was going to host the Christmas celebration with 5 siblings and their families at her house. Each one of us were told to bring something. My husband asked me to call her to see if we should bring more than a Jewish Apple Cake. I did. She, without even saying "hello" first, immediately started screaming at me! She was screaming at me about a game we were going to play. I was the one who had to calm her down as I don't have time for acrimonious behavior! I held my tongue, like a Godly woman should, but I was not happy with her nasty attitude! Then a week later I found out that 3 of my inept sisters-in-law had given my daughter a belated December 4 birthday gift to her in the form of a photo of all 4 sisters-in-law (so my daughter received this gift on December 26). I had already been given a similar photo of the 4 of them. One sister is kind. What do I do about the self-serving 3 sisters-in-law? Comments and suggestions are appreciated!
The picture "gift", just weird, in my opinion! Now if a family party was in session, and picture packets were being handed out to the group, thats one thing, but to a young lady, a single framed picture, yes, a simple thank you, as your daughter did, was fine, I guess, still strange though! It seemed more like a dig at you, IMO, but I'm not sure why? Especially at a holiday event?
But, there you have it, there's not a lot you can do, but ignore their strange behavior. Insighting further comment only give them a reason to further attack you. Don't give it to them.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I hope it is a Merry Occasion! Your husband sounds like he has your back, thats great!
Your Birthday party, your rules! If someone gets out of line, politely ask them to leave! That would get their attention! Nobody should upset you 70th birthday! I'm sure that they will be on their best behavior, or why come at all? I truly hope its a fun event! Take care!