She Uninvited Me From Her Baby Shower—But Still Asked Me To Cook For 50 People

The author took this commitment seriously. She spent days planning a menu for 50 people, including three trays of biryani, two pasta bakes, garlic butter chicken, and lemon tarts. She took time off work and paid $187 for groceries, never asking for the money back.

The shock arrived the morning before the party. While she was busy cooking, she received a text message. It wasn’t a call or a detailed explanation. Reva messaged her that she had to uninvite the author due to space limitations. Yet, she still expected the food to be dropped off.

Reva’s exact message was: “Hey love! I’m so grateful you offered to cook! Just a small update—we’ve had to limit guests for space, but we’d still love the food if you can bring it. Hope that’s okay!”

The author was stunned. There was no apology and very little gratitude—just the request to still provide the food. This felt like a deep personal slight.

A Friend’s Advice and the Inner Struggle

Confused and upset, the author called her cousin, Riya, and read the message aloud. Riya’s reaction was immediate and firm: “Hell no. You are not cooking for someone who uninvites you and still wants the food. Who does she think she is?”

Riya urged the author not to deliver the food, suggesting she “Keep it. Feed yourself for a week. Take it to a shelter. But do not let her walk all over you.”

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