Daily Loaf

Our next patient, who I shall call, oh I don’t know…. “Vikki”, had an issue with her mother (and her obvious disdain of head wear) and a wedding anniversary.  She came to me frantic and looking for a solution.  I think my answer went down smoothly; with a spoonful of sugar, and a bit of good ol’ fashion reason.

She writes:

My mother is trying to kill me! She wants to throw me a surprise anniversary party next month (9yr wedding anniversary) only it leaked out and what’s WORSE is she is making it a gay theme party where everyone has to wear the most ridiculous hat they can find and I HATE hats… WTF am I going to do? Hats have nothing to do with weddings or anniversary parties. I don’t know what to do, I don’t want to burst her bubble, but I also don’t want to have a ridiculous party I hate.

Vikki. Fret no longer! The Doctor is here! Just take one of these and call me in the morning.  Which one? Well you’ll have to decide for yourself.

You have two options, but first realize that you’re very lucky your mother is taking such an interest and loves you enough to drive you crazy. Many are not as fortunate! I know my parents love me because they used to make me insane. They did so well that it has stayed with me!! Thanks Mom!

Option 1: Tell her you’re not too keen on having a gay rave party.

The techno music, strobe lights, and fantastically bright outfits will cause seizures and you can’t take the risk. Seriously though. You can tell her that you learned of the surprise party and while you appreciate the love and enthusiasm she is showing you, you are not to hot to trot about the theme. Make sure you present this in a kind and caring manner. Then you can suggest a new theme or even ask her to. Just be honest and sincere and you’ll be understood. She is your mother after all!

Option 2: The least desirable and more common thing to do is follow the path of least resistance.

Choosing this path you are likely to : say nothing, complain about it, stress over it, resent it, and while quietly being glad that your mother is taking the time to honor you (you should be!), you will also be boiling over inside. Mount Vesuvius has nothing on your inner turmoil.  Ok, maybe not that bad, but I feel bad for your spouse.

Are you a betting woman? I am not (a woman) or a gambler but I would say that your best choice is the more difficult one.  Notice how I said, “one“. It was kind of on purpose. Almost like seeing the face of Maria in your Cheerios, or the Bat signal; only sexier.

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