House-sitting for my parents

Question

My parents took a vacation to the Caribbean with my little sister- a nice bonding experience before she heads off to college. I stayed home due to work obligations and agreed to house-sit for my parents. They left 3 days ago and never called to let me know they made it ok, give me their room number, etc. I called the hotel 3 times and called my dad's cell the day they were to arrive and yesterday. I left messages each time. I understand they are on vacay and international calling rates apply (it cost me $3 per minute) but am I being too sensitive to think it's rude that they have not called yet?? Should I be worried that maybe something went wrong?

Answer 1

No your not being too sensitive i went through the same thing when my parents went to the bahamas last summer. Although I tried to call them they never bothered to call me. When they got back they explained that they were so busy and that they didn't have the time assuming i was alright. So maybe your parents feel the same way.

Answer 2

It's rude of them not to call, but I wouldn't worry too much.  After all, if you weren't house sitting, it probably wouldn't have occured to you to check in on them.

Answer 3

Cell phone may not work there.

Do you think they are giving you a taste of your own medicine?  Did you stay out and not call home when you were younger?  Probably that's not the issue LOL.

As you felt when you stayed out and were over 18, you are an adult and should not have a curfew and check in every hour.  Drop it - they probably started having fun immediately.  Maybe Dad thought Mom called, and Mom thought Dad called.  Don't worry. And don't scold them when you do hear from them!  Will just make you seem like a clingy old lady.  

Answer 4

no keep calling  

Answer 5

I am sorry they have not called you back, I don't think it's rude or anything. I would be just as scared as you are... keep trying, i hope you get in touch with them shortly.

xoxox

Answer 6

You aren't being too sensitive.  And most likely, nothing is wrong.  It does give you a different perspective on how parents worry about us when we are out and don't check in with them!!