What should I do I paid last time but I can't presume he will pay this time?
2006-11-19 01:40:01 · 16 answers · asked by Pagan Man 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
He's your dad, be honest. say "Dad, i'd love to come, but I'm a bit strapped for cash at the moment".
if he says "Well, i was going to pay anyway, seeing as you paid last time", then you're sorted!
2006-11-19 02:17:12 · answer #1 · answered by spacebabe2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your dad is returning an invite so I would expect him to pay, but just to be sure, tell him your a bit short of funds at the moment, so does he want to reschedule? and see what he says
2006-11-19 12:16:42 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A tough one. can you talk to your Mum and explain Mums are usually more understanding.
You could compromise and have a six pack party at home (don't forget drink & drive rules) or offer 50% towards the cost of a dinner. Another idea (if u have own home or even at parents) 0rder in a meal with wine that will cost lots less set up table with candles and decor. Might work. It could be fun and less formal.
2006-11-19 13:16:44 · answer #3 · answered by M M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just tell your dad what the situation is. It sounds as if you have a good relationship, and he won't be bothered by your telling him.
If he says he or someone else is paying - fine.
If he can't afford to pay for you, I'm sure he'll tell you.
2006-11-19 14:27:20 · answer #4 · answered by mcfifi 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be honestand explain the situation. Or can you afford to make a meal instead? or get all the family to make a dish eah and meet at one family members house?
2006-11-19 10:46:47 · answer #5 · answered by purity 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to tell your dad that at this moment it time you can't afford it. If you just tell him straight I'm sure that he will understand
2006-11-19 16:12:45 · answer #6 · answered by Baps . 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you said he wants to return an invite doesnt that mean he is supposed to pay? why dont you ask him if he is paying.
2006-11-19 09:42:14 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well......you said RETURN the invite so i presume he's asking you to go eat out (on him)....do mention that your short of cash, he may even loan you some money....either way....accept his invite
2006-11-19 12:31:10 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell him you would love to but you really cant afford it at the moment. That will be the opener for him to say "No! This is on me"!
Happy eating!
x
2006-11-19 09:42:43 · answer #9 · answered by puffy 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
hes your dad and invited you to dinner there for shouldnt he be the paying. If its such a problem ask him you should be able to do that hes your dad
2006-11-19 09:44:13 · answer #10 · answered by annie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋