Invited 20 people to a Friendsgiving Potluck. The ones who confirmed canceled. No one else is coming.

I might be in the minority here – dunno – but I never understood why anyone would give a “yes” if there even is a fraction of a reasonable chance that they might take it back. Just say “maybe” or, if you’re going to semi-commit, at least be communicative ahead of time.

I would love to come over and offer my stomach. The pumpkin pie looks fire!

And fuck those friends

That sucks. Well if it’s worth anything, we’re here on Reddit to celebrate friendsgiving with you!

Tasty looking spread of goodies. Yum! ❤️

I invited 10 people to my Thanksgiving and my sweet parents handmade everything. We made dumplings, roast duck, taro cake, spring rolls, and other Chinese dishes from scratch. Everyone leading up to it was excited but silence when I tried to get a head count three times. I have 2 people coming…and I have to pick them up 30 minutes away and take them home too

If you’re close in Texas – we will stop by

This is really sad 🙁 your dishes sound so thoughtful and you sound like a good friend regardless. I’m so sorry

Idk, maybe next year plan Friendsgiving on a different day than Thanksgiving? That’s about the only thing I could really advise. People tend to do things with their family on the holiday.

Where you live? I’ll come

I’m a perennial host for events, both holiday and the average social gatherings. Sometimes it works out like this, no matter how many people you invite. Other times every shows and some bring friends. You take a chance when you put yourself out there.

I wanted to comment so that I could tell you how lovely that dinner looks. Handmade food, well made and thoughtfully presented. Nice table setting too, very nice. It is clear that you cared, and that you wanted to do a good job. In every way, you succeeded – well done!

If you end up spending the day alone, find peace in the knowledge that you had the means – the time, money, space, and knowledge – to prepare that meal. You’re warm, fed, and safe. Having quite time that belongs to nobody but yourself must be… well, it must be bliss, plain and simple. I have 8 people in my house every day before any additional friends and family visit. Quiet is in short supply. 🙂

If you are seeking companionship, try Discord or the like. Find a channel where people are just sharing and connecting. Lean in and tell a story, offer a compliment, or provide perspective. Share as much or little as you want. You might find a new community there.

Anyway, I am rambling. You made a beautiful meal, I hope it is as good as it looks. Be well, and Happy Holidays.

I’ve been there. That really sucks dude. It’s definitely not you though.
Lay on the guilt to your friends and see what they say. If they don’t respond, act dismissive or get overly defensive it’s time to find a new group.

My uncles did this to my mom once.

She was the nicest person I knew, super patient, supportive, kind, charitable. She hosted thanksgiving a few times for us and her brothers n’ sister, always asked who was coming. She made all the food, had to spend hours working with our shitty oven that took forever to cook the turkey.

Till one year where no one showed up except for 1 – and he showed up just to say he’s going to church instead. She was furious and never hosted another gathering like that again.

People don’t understand the amount of effort put in. Like- busting her ass to do something nice for those that she loved and thought cared about her.

You took the time to plan, make food, and invite people you believed were your friends. You are not the problem.

You need to surround yourself with people who actually respect you and your time. The people you thought were your friends seemingly don’t value your friendship in the same way that you value theirs. Don’t get down on yourself. Keep being the kind and giving person that you are. Hopefully you’ll find people who are more worthy of your friendship.

Will be right over.

If I could I would be there for you. Always nice to meet nice people. I hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving regardless of this happening.

I am so fucking sorry … I feel bad and i don’t even know you. I am with you wherever you are on this planet!

Keep trying. There is someone out there that needs this invite one day. What you did here was really nice

Fuck yeah!!! Look at all that great food you now have for yourself! Score!