In Lieu of Gifts
Some couples who have been single a long time or are getting married for a second
time are asking family and friends not to send them gifts. Instead, they have
requested that guests make donations to charity in honour of the couple or
participate in a honeymoon registry.
It is considered bad manners for the bride and groom to mention anything in writing,
such as placing a note in their invitations, indicating that they want monetary gifts,
or where they are registered. Remember, this is not about the gifts or the money,
this is a party celebrating your love and union.
time are asking family and friends not to send them gifts. Instead, they have
requested that guests make donations to charity in honour of the couple or
participate in a honeymoon registry.
It is considered bad manners for the bride and groom to mention anything in writing,
such as placing a note in their invitations, indicating that they want monetary gifts,
or where they are registered. Remember, this is not about the gifts or the money,
this is a party celebrating your love and union.
I still feel having a WEDDING WEBSITE can help communicate your wishes on this topic.
The internet has many options for those wishing to have a HONEYMOON REGISTRY such as TravelersJoy.com.
If the idea of giving to CHARITY has crossed your mind - you may wish to include a small card which reads...
" While we celebrate the richness of life and all the circumstances that have blessed us in career and love,
We are mindful of those who are suffering greatly as a result of a disaster, disease, or cause.
The best gift you could give us is a donation to an organization of your choice. "
You could include a short list of general ideas like the Red Cross, the Heart or Lung Association. Or something of a
more personal nature like a local Food Bank or Non-Profit group.
The internet has many options for those wishing to have a HONEYMOON REGISTRY such as TravelersJoy.com.
If the idea of giving to CHARITY has crossed your mind - you may wish to include a small card which reads...
" While we celebrate the richness of life and all the circumstances that have blessed us in career and love,
We are mindful of those who are suffering greatly as a result of a disaster, disease, or cause.
The best gift you could give us is a donation to an organization of your choice. "
You could include a short list of general ideas like the Red Cross, the Heart or Lung Association. Or something of a
more personal nature like a local Food Bank or Non-Profit group.
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