Ralph Furley
Footballguy
Ok, so I have a question for the FFA at large regarding sharing of Chrsitmas Dinner expenses.
Historically, the host family prepares (and pays for) the main entree and the remaining family members bring fixing, desserts, alcohol etc. In essence, everyone contributes in one form or fashion, some greater, some less. Never been an issue. As an example, I work for a wine distributor and have always brought 1-2 cases of wine, plus other spirits. This "value" is generally in the $250-500 value, depending on numbers. I've never asked for a $ and have always been happy to share my perks with the family.
This year, we are celebrating at a neutral venue, much to my chagrin, and due to this change "everyone will bring food and receipts" and we will split $'s across all adults. I was never onboard with this agreement, and to make matters worse my young kids (8/10/12) are being treated as adults, and do not eat like adults. The "group" asked if I can provide discounted booze, I can't, company doesn't offer this option to staff. However, I can still bring free wine, as in years past.
So the question is this: Do I bring wine, and if so, do I attach a cost? If I don't bring wine, all will pay up (myself included) and likely consume worse wine. If I chose to bring wine, based on numbers, I would be contributing $500 worth of wine at retail, $300 at wholesale.
What say you...
Historically, the host family prepares (and pays for) the main entree and the remaining family members bring fixing, desserts, alcohol etc. In essence, everyone contributes in one form or fashion, some greater, some less. Never been an issue. As an example, I work for a wine distributor and have always brought 1-2 cases of wine, plus other spirits. This "value" is generally in the $250-500 value, depending on numbers. I've never asked for a $ and have always been happy to share my perks with the family.
This year, we are celebrating at a neutral venue, much to my chagrin, and due to this change "everyone will bring food and receipts" and we will split $'s across all adults. I was never onboard with this agreement, and to make matters worse my young kids (8/10/12) are being treated as adults, and do not eat like adults. The "group" asked if I can provide discounted booze, I can't, company doesn't offer this option to staff. However, I can still bring free wine, as in years past.
So the question is this: Do I bring wine, and if so, do I attach a cost? If I don't bring wine, all will pay up (myself included) and likely consume worse wine. If I chose to bring wine, based on numbers, I would be contributing $500 worth of wine at retail, $300 at wholesale.
What say you...