I want to go to a party but.....?

Question

It's just finding a convincing way to say "I can’t come home this weekend" or “pick me up on Saturday instead of Friday” without having to go into details?

what would you suggest?

I come from a religious ( Pentecostal) family, and one of my secular friends just turned 21. She wants to have her party at one of the major casino's in our state.

What will set them (parents) off is the dancing and drinking. Plus its a CASINO ( gambling)!

I really want to go because its gonna be more than just dancing etc. This casino is HUGE and there is shopping, entertainment, dinner, and some sight seeing. It doesn't have to be what one typically associates with a casino. Plus, I don't know when I will have another opportunity with friends ( they are seniors and one is going to china soon).

I have no problem with dancing, drinking or gambling.

My family usually picks me up Friday night and drops me back off Sunday night. The party is Friday and ends Saturday morning (1am).

Should they come get me Saturday or should I just spend the weekend on campus? I would rather go home Saturday than spend the weekend here! I need $$$ for books and more stuff for the dorm.

I’m sad……

Answer 1

Most families tend to get over what ever their relative decide to do.  Just tell them Friday won't be possible.  Your friend is have a get together and you want to be to support her.  You'll meet up with Saturday.  They may get mad, but family is the most forgiving.  If they can't accept you having a life outside of the church, your problem stems a little further than a casino party.  Are you of age?  Can you even get into a Casino?  If so, enjoy yourself, if no, go home.

Answer 2

Everyday we gamble things, and always want the best for ourselves. Its kind of hard for me to see how it can be destructing. You could just say your staying at school for the weekend, if your not living at home that is.

Answer 3

How old are you?  It might be time to convince your parents that you're a responsible adult and can handle the temptations of "sin" on your own.  The best option is to convince your parents that you are a responsible adult and you are able to control your own behaviour even in a tempting situation.  They can't watch over you forever and protect you from everything.  If you ignore this, then your parents will keep on treating you like a child until you let them know that you're ready to be treated like an adult.  

Answer 4

it's throw down time - are you in our out.  

Answer 5

Spend the weekend there.

Tell them you have to go to the library on Saturday to do some research.

Tell them there are getting-to-know-you activities going on at school that you want to attend, since it is the beginning of the year.

Answer 6

idk.. boogie woogie woogie?

Answer 7

Be honest.  Let her know your religious beliefs will not allow you to attend on saturday.  She should be ok with it.  Honesty is the best policy

Answer 8

How about "Pick me up on Saturday, I have other plans."  If he/she asks for details, say it's a private matter.

Beyond that, how old are you?  If you're an adult, how long are you going to allow your family to pull your strings?  If you're a minor, what makes you think going to all-night casinos is "okay" regardless of your religion?  Can you say ILLEGAL?