Took a friend out to dinner to celebrate her birthday. 5 days later, got this message from her…

This is diabolical. For reference, we’re both mid 20’s. She shouldn’t be expecting princess treatment.

I knew from last year she was upset because we (our group chat) didn’t throw her a party. Meanwhile everyone else had a party for their birthdays, except for people in July because it’s during exam time (we’re all students).

It’s kinda hurtful for her to basically say the effort I put in wasn’t enough. Sure , it wasn’t flashy or instagram worthy, but for me, going out to eat on special occasions is very normal. A total of 4 people came to dinner. I covered the bill. It was 30 per person at an all you can eat sushi restaurant that the birthday girl picked out. And to be honest, it was very mid.

Btw I am introverted and hate parties. I’m also very frugal and won’t spend a dime on someone unless I consider them a close friend.