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She has probably taken a cooking course that emphasizes the artistic side of the culinary arts from food preparation to decorative serving. It is her form of self-expression and it is her party. Unless your parties at her home are extremely frequent, I would just play along and enjoy the ride.
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Being a woman, I don't have an issue with it. I sure as hell know I have equal rights with men, but I enjoy taking on a traditional role. I always serve every man that is in my house... Hubby, hubby's friends, my brother, cousin, whatever. It makes ME happy. Maybe it makes her happy too?
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If it brings HER joy to do this...that is her business. If not, then she needs to speak up! If the adult son and any considerations he would also reciprocate and ask if he could please have the honor of serving HER on occasion! If she declines...it would be entirely thoughtful for him to bring her some sort of thank you gift..flowers, a plant, some candles she would enjoy the fragrance of..or even a personal note (card) expressing that he appreciates her kindness and wonderful meals. I'm not holding my breath, however. The boyfriend/father is obviously a bit of a lout to EXPECT such "service" from her; and I'm doubting he managed to impress upon the son, what considerate and good manners would consist of. It is always good form to express appreciation to someone who goes out of their way to insure that one is pampered and has a pleasant evening, or meal.
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