I invited 2 couples over my house for dinner in a couple weeks. One of them does not have kids but is frequently taking care of her 12 year old granddaughter. The other couple has 3 kids: ages 6, 10 & 12.
I called both couples and invited them but made no mention of them bringing their children. I just said: "I want to invite you guys over for dinner. Let me know if you are allergic to anything so I don't cook with it." (because I would not want anyone to get sick).
My friend with no kids asked me if I invited the kids of the other couple. I said, I didn't mention it - I just said "you guys" - so then I said: "I didn't want to come outright and say "don't bring your kids" but by wording as such I was hoping they'd realize it was an adults only evening get together at my house. So my friend said, oh well if they show up with their kids I will bring my granddaughter so they have someone to play with..
She knows my house is not kid-proof. I don't have a pool, I don't have a huge backyard, it's still cold outside and I have nothing in my house that can entertain children and keep them occupied while 6 adults eat and have adult conversation and jokes.
Was I wrong to not even MENTION to the other couple if they were bringing their kids?
I am annoyed at my friend for even saying she's bring her granddaughter knowing well, I do not have a child proof home. Besides, my dining room table only seats 6 people as I do not have a HUGE dining room.
This dinner has not taken place yet.
Tell me if I am out of line please.
