On Fri, 30 May 2008 19:51:03 -0400, Dave Smith
wrote:

I have to hand to to our friend that she was able to find a nice way to
decline the invitation. I am not sure how I would react to an
"invitation to a party" that is going to cost me $200. I have no problem
with a pot luck, but being expected to supply beef tenderloin for 20
people plus $40 worth of wine is a bit much, IMHO.

It sounds like the people are social misfits. I usually decline when
people ask what they can bring unless I know they're big drinkers.
Then I ask them to bring whatever they want to drink. Usually people
who down a dozen beers bring their own anyway. Potlucks are fine, but
the host should always provide the main dish. IMO

If you can't afford the party then don't have it.

Lou