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randella
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Forgetting Birthdays
Would you be angry if your in-law's forgot your birthday... and let's say, called you one day later and left a message on your cell phone and then never actually called to speak to you in person?
Who would you be angry at-- them, or DH for not reminding them?
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Diana1215
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
I don't think I would be mad. Who knows. A card would be nice, or a phone call on the day but I really try not to expect anything so as not to be disappointed. 
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| Posted 6/6/06 3:03 PM |
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LAMGAJ28
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
I'm actually very lucky and so far they haven't forgotten mine. I even get presents.
But if they didn't call me or remember it, I would not be upset about it.
Now if my husband forgets it...then Houston we have a problem.
ETA>> Everyone lives busy lives so even if they forgot to call the day of and left me a message next day, I still think it's a nice gesture.
Message edited 6/6/2006 3:04:44 PM.
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| Posted 6/6/06 3:03 PM |
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Christine
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
Mine don't know when my birthday is and that's fine with me. They are not big with stuff like that.
ETA: But I would be happy with a message, even if it's the next day. They still thought of you and sent their wishes. I don't think they should have to track you down to say it live on the phone.
Message edited 6/6/2006 3:05:28 PM.
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| Posted 6/6/06 3:04 PM |
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MrsPorkChop
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
its rude but i wouldnt lose sleep over it....
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| Posted 6/6/06 3:04 PM |
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lorich
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
IL's...no.
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| Posted 6/6/06 3:05 PM |
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DaniMo
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
i just had something similar a couple of months ago.
I'd be hurt, without a doubt.
People have calendars, and the date never changes, so I don't think its DH's responsibility to 'remind' anyone.
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| Posted 6/6/06 3:06 PM |
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randella
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
I guess all families handle things differently.. I mean, even my parents expect presents on their birthday's from me.. not the case with DH's family.
Just wondering what other people thought. I guess you just have to accept the family you married into!
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| Posted 6/6/06 3:06 PM |
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Lisa
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
If you are the type that remembers their special days...and they didnt acknowledge yours...then I say YES...i would be mad...but if b-days/anniversarys are not a big thing...then just forget it!
Happy birthday! 
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| Posted 6/6/06 3:06 PM |
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2PreciousBlessings
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
Everyone always remember mine since it is a big holiday. However, I would not be mad if someone forgets my birthday sometimes people forgets things.
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| Posted 6/6/06 3:06 PM |
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randella
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
Posted by Lisa
If you are the type that remembers their special days...and they didnt acknowledge yours...then I say YES...i would be mad...but if b-days/anniversarys are not a big thing...then just forget it!
Happy birthday!
thanks-- it was a week ago-- but I was so sick and I started a new job that I am just really thinking about this now!
I am over it-- I guess.
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| Posted 6/6/06 3:08 PM |
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CaidensMommy
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
I get mad at my IL's but it's because they don't even acknowledge my B-day!  So I guess, it's better that they left you a message, than not contacting you at all! It's probably just my relationship with my IL's becaue I would prefer not to speak to them.
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| Posted 6/6/06 3:11 PM |
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Stefanie
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
My MIL forgot my birthday for the past two years. When my dh brought it up to her, she told him that she gave me money in an envelope...that was my christmas gift though...
At this point, I could care less. Now that we have the baby, it's all about him. It's just funny when they want to be acknowledged.
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| Posted 6/6/06 3:18 PM |
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BaroqueMama
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
My inlaws never call me OR JT for our birthdays. To hell with them.
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| Posted 6/6/06 3:24 PM |
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tray831
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
From my in-laws? Nah........for some reason that wouldnt bother me, but if a really close friend of mine did that, I'd be pizzed.
Go figure.............
But Happy Birthday, anyway....
(Why does the real "mad" word get bleated out)???
Message edited 6/6/2006 3:30:55 PM.
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| Posted 6/6/06 3:27 PM |
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karacg
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
No I don't expect anything from them on my b-day. As long as DH remembers.
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| Posted 6/6/06 3:54 PM |
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smiles
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
Posted by preshy7
its rude but i wouldnt lose sleep over it....
Ditto
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GenLCSW
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
Posted by smiles
Posted by preshy7
its rude but i wouldnt lose sleep over it....
Ditto
I agree!
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| Posted 6/6/06 4:04 PM |
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jms100303
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
I would say yes, except that my in-laws are very good and it is my Dad and step-mom who ****. Even if I call and remind them the day before, they won't call for a couple of days. They are very bad with DH's bday (sometimes even mine), they never send a card, or give a gift (except for his 30th). They **** and it bothers me and I know it bothers DH, but what can I do?
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| Posted 6/6/06 4:06 PM |
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azoodie
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
Posted by GenLCSW
Posted by smiles
Posted by preshy7
its rude but i wouldnt lose sleep over it....
Ditto
I agree!
Me too!
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| Posted 6/6/06 4:07 PM |
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MrsMerlot
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
My birthday is Christmas Eve - kind of hard to forget....but I don't get insulted when people forget to call or wahtever...especially my IL's...I think my parents have even forgotten a few times.
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| Posted 6/6/06 4:15 PM |
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MrsS2005
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
Posted by Christine
Mine don't know when my birthday is and that's fine with me. They are not big with stuff like that.
ETA: But I would be happy with a message, even if it's the next day. They still thought of you and sent their wishes. I don't think they should have to track you down to say it live on the phone.
Same here. My family always makes a big deal out of birthdays and holidays, but DH's family doesn't. I'm fine with that.
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nrthshgrl
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
They've forgotten in years past & it didn't bother me. I don't feel it's my DH's job to remind people of my birthday. If I'm important enough in their lives, they'd make it a priority to remember. If DH forgot, he'd be in trouble though.
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| Posted 6/6/06 6:01 PM |
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evenedan
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
I don't think I'd be angry at all. As long as my husband and my own family remember, I'm cool. And I definitely would not be angry at DH.
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SweetestOfPeas
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Re: Forgetting Birthdays
no, but I am probably not the best person to ask. my MIL is on my s-list and I couldn't care less if she forgot about me all together!
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