Meredith received an invitation to her sister-in-law Karen’s housewarming party, only to discover an outrageous demand. Karen insisted each guest contribute $1,000 for a TV she already bought. Stunned, Meredith knew she had to respond. “A housewarming gift should be thoughtful and within everyone’s budget. Asking for a thousand dollars is too much,” she told Karen, who was initially shocked and upset.

Meredith and her husband David devised a plan to teach Karen a lesson. They rallied the family, exchanging money for pennies to meet Karen’s request, but in a way that made a point. They delivered the coins in bags, leading to Karen’s frustration and embarrassment. “How am I supposed to deal with all these pennies?” Karen fumed.

To soften the moment, Meredith presented Karen with a plaque reading, “In appreciation of Karen’s Housewarming Gift – 75 Inches of Entitlement.” The gesture brought laughter and a reluctant understanding from Karen. “Alright, alright, I get it. Lesson learned,” she admitted.