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In reply to the discussion: I am a vegetarian. You've known me as a vegetarian for 20 years. Please do not invite me [View all]Avalux
(35,015 posts)I went to a co-workers baby shower on a Saturday afternoon, hosted by another co-worker I've known for 5 years. She knows I'm a vegetarian forever and has been to my house for get-togethers. Like you, I always accommodate my meat eating family and friends.
So when it came time to eat, the shower's hostess brought out pulled pork sliders, creamed corn and fruit. When she saw that I only put creamed corn and fruit on my plate, she said "I'm sorry, would you like me to make you a peanut butter and jelly sandwich?"
Yeah. It sucks.
I think what may be getting lost in this is the idea of reciprocation - if I am considerate enough to cook meat for you because I care, it would be nice if you could extend the same courtesy to me when I'm at your house. It doesn't always work out that way though.