I didn't think her response was all that bad...this is one of those situations where you can think the worst or trust the response.  Maybe they did plan it on the spur of the moment...sounds like the opportunity just presented itself and they just went with it.  The fact that you weren't invited may mean that you are slowly being forgotten due to you missing out on one too many get-togethers.  It does happen and maybe they have also been feeling that you don't want to spend time with them anymore.  If you want the friendship to continue maybe try to initiate a get together yourself and reach out to them, let them know that you're still interested in keeping in touch?

Did they know that you were having a tough time with parents and work?  If so, then I'd bin them as friends, if not, I think some of the problem may have been a lack of communication from your side.  Take stock and work out where the problem has been that led up to this. The person that replied to you sounds pretty superficial to be honest.

    

What a F**kwit of a response . I wouldn’t want a friend that insensitive and selfish - nor spend time with her . She sounds like the woman I encountered at Broomwood - never worked , always complaineing about her husband and basically a bore. Think of it as a lucky escape

My wife is in a friendship group like yours and they all chat via WhatsApp, share pics, stories and arrange regular meet ups. There’s one girl in the group that generally cancels last minute and rarely responds to the messages. It miffs my wife no end and now when this girl does respond or cancels, no-one responds to her or says sorry she can’t make it. My wife is better friends with a smaller contingent within that group and often meets them on the side - I know they’re all slightly insulted and offended by the one that rarely responds - in reality this girl is having a pretty rough time and isn’t coping so well so it feels a bit harsh but she doesn’t help herself by being aloof and constantly cancelling with breezy excuses.
She could fix it though by turning up and being the person they all used to like. I know they’d all want to see her and would soon forget being slighted.
In general I think long term friendships can feel like a support network but if you draw on them too much without giving back and the give/take balance gets out of whack then you will lose that group support.. the love you get from friends is not unconditional and forever.
Re Ibiza I think you have to let that one go. Decide if you really want to be friends with these girls and if so, make the effort to be the good friend you used to be, get the balance back by making effort to turn up and be happy and take real interest in them and their lives for the first few meet ups. Apologise and build bridges and you’ll find the love coming back to you I’m sure. If you feel you don’t have the time or energy to do that then you know you have to let the whole thing go and focus your energy on other relationships. Good luck

Hm. It does seem inconsiderate. I highly doubt they would admit to 'leaving you out' anyway.

I would focus on other friends.

I think they probably didn't think about it too much, out of sight tends to be out of mind and they probably assumed that as you hadn't come to the meetings you weren't that interested. It doesn't sound like there was a deliberate attempt to exclude you, you just weren't there when they planned it. Planning things is very hard to organise and when it works it all tends to happen quite quickly and take on a life of its own. If you like these people then see if you can book a villa nearby and join them for some of the time. Let them know you were really sorry to have missed the meetups and you would love to be able to join in. I can't see why they would have a problem if you can organise something. Go for it!
 

Don't know what I was hoping to receive but this was the reply 'You just haven't been around that much and x parents said we could use their villa and saving money seemed wise so we just booked it without really thinking which must seem very rude but no offense meant I promise. There will be other trips. I'll make sure the others know you would like to come next time.'

Feeling very insignificant.

Thanks again for all of your support.

 

jackiecaterer wrote: ↑Mon Apr 29, 2019 7:13 pmHow hurtful for you, I agree that I would ask them why you have been excluded (do you have a group email/whatsapp as if you ask one of them, they will probably deny knowledge/responsibility or pass the buck?). It sounds like you are very upset by this understandably so you do need to know one way or the other. Be braver than I was, my Bestie of 26 years “chucked” me a year or so ago after remarrying. I thought about trying to discuss it with her but know it’s because her new husband doesn’t like to share her with her girl friends, so let it slide to a point that our friendship won’t be recovered. Good luck, let us know how you get on x

How sad, and it must have really hurt your feelings.  It also concerns me as guys who are controlling often isolate their partners from friends and family. I have been in this position myself (although I didn't stop seeing my friends and family). There is a lot of shame that comes with it and having a friend who is non-judgemental, even if you are no longer in contact with them, may well be the person they reach out to when they really need the support.
 

Many thanks to you ALL for replying, you have made me feel a whole lot better. Pie81 I am sorry that you have suffered a similar experience. After some thinking I have decided to email one of the girls I am closest to and do as Kirsties Mom suggests and be quite business like about it all. I feel I would like to know why and this is probably the best way. I did think about trying to meet one of the girls but I just feel this may get too awkward and emotional (for me anyway).
Thank you all again, I really appreciate it. Have lovely weekends.

How hurtful for you, I agree that I would ask them why you have been excluded (do you have a group email/whatsapp as if you ask one of them, they will probably deny knowledge/responsibility or pass the buck?). It sounds like you are very upset by this understandably so you do need to know one way or the other. Be braver than I was, my Bestie of 26 years “chucked” me a year or so ago after remarrying. I thought about trying to discuss it with her but know it’s because her new husband doesn’t like to share her with her girl friends, so let it slide to a point that our friendship won’t be recovered. Good luck, let us know how you get on x

I agree with what pie81 said . Life is too short to be hurt by so called friends who really aren’t . It is hurtful so you have a few choices: focus on friends who are not hurtful; or ask the women who’s Villa they are staying in why you weren’t included. If she says because of numbers you learn you are peripheral to the group . I wouldn’t give them the satisfaction to know that you were hurt but say you knew about the trip, had penciled it in in your diary but given you had heard no more wanted to make other plans but confirm that you weren’t included before you did . Just be very business like about it because there actually could have been a mistake made. And if there wasn’t you know where you stand .

I had a similar experience a few years back. Very hurtful and disappointing at the time but ultimately it made me recognise I’d always been peripheral to that particular group, it wasn’t the first time I’d been left out of things. Fair enough there are always some people closer than others. Since then I’ve focused my socialising and friendship energies on other groups and to be honest, have been happier for it. I hope for your sake it was an error but if not then perhaps it’s time to focus on other friends...

Often it feels like we ought to be able to take this sort of thing on the chin when we're adults, but I can absolutely understand how you feel. Maybe you should ask them why you weren't invited, otherwise it might eat you up for ages. It would me.

Good luck