If you invite one person, it can seem like you have to invite another – especially in groups that usually all hang out ...

When Grant Mullen's parents asked him what he wanted for his ninth birthday, they were pleasantly surprised by the answer.

A user shared their idea of a party, saying: "My rules for my kids' birthday parties: bring the whole family, buy a gift or don't—we don't care, come hungry—we will feed you, have so much fun.