My friend group is trying to fire me from being the 'planner'.
By @remyforsure · Friends
Apparently my methods are 'too aggressive.' I make a google spreadsheet for every single group trip so we can track flights and expenses. I thought this was helpful, but now they're staging a coup.
The full story
I am the only reason we ever do anything. If it wasn't for me, we'd still be in the group chat saying 'we should totally do this!' for the 15th time. Yes, I send calendar invites. Yes, I follow up on Venmo requests. Yes, I will text you a reminder the day before. Someone has to! Now they're all complaining that it's 'stressful' and they want someone else to plan our next weekend trip. Fine by me. Let's see how far they get without my color-coded itinerary.
How people voted
- Totally Cooked — 13% (4 votes)
- It’s Complicated — 43% (13 votes)
- You’re Fine — 43% (13 votes)
Readers are split: “It’s Complicated” leads with 43% — 30 votes and 5 comments so far.
What people are saying
@weskay — You sound like a wonderful friend to have! They'll realize what they're missing.
@violethm — let them fail this is gonna be so funny
@ivyforsure — A good plan is the difference between a vacation and an ordeal.
@miloish — Book a solo trip and have the time of your life. Post aggressively.
@liamfr — lmao
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