A mother's request for children's birthday party guests to bring $5 for yard renovations has sparked a heated debate and garnered criticism online.
The unusual approach to celebrating her child's birthday has divided opinions.
Mom left people in awe for holding her daughter's birthday party at 9:30 am.
The incident started when the mom shared a video on social media, showcasing her distinctive party guidelines that didn't sit well with many people.
The party was planned to start at 9:30 am, which surprised those who preferred the usual afternoon or evening gatherings.
According to the woman, the reasoning behind this decision was to ensure that the party concluded early, allowing attendees to still have a significant portion of their day remaining without disrupting nap time.
The mom shared her viewpoint, saying, "I don't want you here all day. I want you to have your day. I don't want you to give up your whole Saturday for a party the child won't even remember."
She emphasized that those attending a one-year-old's birthday party are probably awake by 9:30 am or can handle it for one day as the party ends by 11 am, leaving the rest of the day free.
Mom sparks debate after asking children’s birthday party guests to bring $5 for yard renovations
But it was her asking for money instead of regular presents that caused a disagreement.
The mom clearly said she didn't want any gifts but mentioned that if guests wanted to, they could bring $5 to help renovate their messy backyard.
She clarified, "Please don't bring gifts. If you want to bring something, think about $5 because we want to fix our backyard. It's a mess. Bring us five dollars to assist us. That's what we're requesting."
The incident has caused a wider conversation on social media, with different views on whether it's okay to include personal projects in a child's birthday party.
While some people on TikTok liked the idea of having a morning party, opinions were divided on asking for donations for yard renovations instead of regular gifts.
Critics believed it was wrong to host a party and request money, while others thought giving $5 was better than bringing random things that might not be desired or necessary.
