Before I say 'yes', I want to know who else will be there

Those two are so adorable. I can understand why kids do that, it's uncomfortable when you have to pretend to be ok with someone you don't like at the same function.

Just goes to show how children are being raised.

Adorable chubby cheeks.

Babies are always cute. That is a shame about people not being open to others, but I have to admit one of the reasons I left Bunco was I was uncomfortable with one of the players who used to live on this street .and her hubby was really nasty to me.on at least one occasion.

That grin on one of them sure seems forced. Someone must have asked that kid to say cheese My husband would do that as he had definite likes and dislikes

I get both sides to this. I can go and be polite but there is a sister that will cause issues and I will not go if she is there. It's my way of keeping the event smooth.

They are adorable!! Too cute!! Yes, that is crazy, but I can see it having 3 girls of my own. Kids these days are not brought up with enough manners.

You can always go and if there is someone you do not like there. Go ahead and ignore that person or say your not feeling good and leave.

They look adorable, love this photo. I am thankful that there was a little chance when I was a teenager, as that is how I met my husband, I did not know him previous to meeting him at a very small gathering. But it worked in my favour.

Good manners and tolerance seem to be a thing of the past. You can go through a night avoiding arguments even with people you do not really like. I remember this photo, those children are the cutest, the little boy makes me smile.

They are cute. No one has manners anymore sadly

The photo of Vince's god-daughters look cute.

Cute photo. I would never ask who was attending other than just for curiosity's sake.

Oh, those adorable pink cheeks! They are really cute. Yes, sometimes a person just had to smile and do the right thing and be civil. It’s just a part of being an adult.

Most people do as the Invitees in question did,because you would feel like a fish out of water,if meet people you don't like or don't get along well with.

I just knew that there are people who cares about who attend to the party which they were invited. I really don't think there are people like that.

The kids are adorable, You either got to a party or you don't.

I see teeth.

Sweet kids as kids appear generally, easy to please too. I am a bit circumspect attending parties and look for telltale signs to mingle with those that are more aligned to my way of thinking. I do not ask who else are invited but I will be ready mentally to face or even avoid a few!

It's interesting to hear about the dynamics of social gatherings among teenagers today. The idea that invitees want to know who else is attending before they commit really highlights how social relationships influence their decisions. I can see how it might be different from previous generations, where the focus was more on just having fun, regardless of who else was there. It's a shame that some young people feel they need to vet their friends in such a way, as it can limit opportunities for new connections and experiences. Good manners and the ability to navigate uncomfortable situations are important life skills, so I agree with you—it's essential to find a way to handle differences gracefully. The photo of her children sounds adorable! It must be nice to see the next generation growing up and navigating these social complexities.