No Gift for the Birthday girl...Do I show up at the party?

If I invited a friend over to my birthday party, I would never expect a birthday present. It would not hurt my feeling if they came empty handed. If this person is really your friend they will understand your financial situation and not be upset your not giving her something.

The one you might want to bring is a card. Even if you make it and be sure to include a nice personal note inside.

The answer depends on her personality, lol. Some people are just happy to see you, others expect a present and will talk behind your back about your lack of consideration in showing up without one. Only you can give the answer as to what type of person your friend is. Isn't there something personal you can make for her? Maybe just something like a gift card for a personal treat to be redeemed later?

if your friend a true friend a present should not matter to them,the fact that you when to party,made the effort to go to it,should be enough for them,and you can always explain your sitation and why you cannot give her a gift,but you could take a card write something nice in it and give her that.

I think if she is your true friend, she will not mind it if you attended her bday party empty handed. Your presence is enough that you are there in her special occasion. Anyway, if you really want to give her something later on, just give her a card and write there, your gift will be sent later. You don't have to purchase expensive item. Just wish her all the best of health and happiness and that's enough for the moment.

I wouldn't care if my friend shows up to my birthday party empty handed, just as long as they show up. As friends she should know your situation and understand.I put more value into my friendships than i put into material things.My advice is to buy her a card, and in it explain how you feel about her tell her that if you could you would buy her the world, but seeing that you can't you'll just give her your heart. If she's a true friend she'll be touched... Good luck but please go.

Often times just your presance at the party is gift enough. That says that you care about your friend enough that you are willing to shar in this day with them. If you find that you cant afford a simple card why not make one. I have found that the BEST gifts are the ones from the heart. Gifts from the heart to me are ones that personally made not bought in a store. Hope this helps.

I've went to a a few bday parties empty handed. I've never been shunned for it. Not everyone has money all the time, and no one should ever be expected to show up with a gift.

If your friend is truly your friend, they should just be happy that you came.

Well I guess it is unanimous! You should go, have fun and not worry about not having a gift. A card with a heartfelt message will be great!
If it REALLY bothers you to not take something there are many things at the dollar stores that are inexpensive that you could get for her. Small things like a picture frame, a small floral arrangement, etc. can be bought for a dollor or so. They also have cards for 50 cents or $1.

It seems we all agree that your presence will mean more than anything to her. Go and have a great time. Perhaps your could pick up a card or even make her one if you feel funny walking in without anything. Birthday parties are about celebrating with people in your life that make your life great. Go and be proud you were invited.

Make a happy birthday card by yourself. She will be happy.:)
Good luck for you.