Wedding Gifts?
Is it appropriate for a couple to ask for monitary gifts to go towards purchase of a new home? If so, can this be done with an insert added to the wedding inviations?
Posted by Becky; updated 04/21/03
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From what I`ve read on this board, this is a very sensitive subject. I know that some folks are going to gently disagree with me, and some will be downright rude in bashing me over the head for my opinion, but what the heck.
I think that would be improper to ask for money in your wedding invitation, regardless of what it`s intended for. I want to buy a house too, but well, the point of my wedding is not to finance my house and such, but to marry the man I love, surrounded by friends and family . It would be great if they`d all bring money, but I really just want them to be there, regardless if they have any sort of gift in hand.
K
Posted by Kimberly; updated 04/22/03
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Becky,
Go back and read the message titled CASH FOR GIFTS posted by Realwoman....I think you will get your anwser!
Posted by Jemmy; updated 04/22/03
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Kimberly,
You rock! Well said.
Posted by Nancy; updated 04/25/03
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Where I grew up, we let our guests to the bridal shower know where we are registered, but there is nothing mentioned on wedding invitations unless you do not want to receive any gifts. I am not sure what is done in other areas of the country, but this is pretty standard around the midwest.
I am not posting this to upset anyone, just to give suggestions. It is always nice to receive gifts but I don`t think anyone should rely on them. Just an opinion, hope this helps.
Posted by Jennifer; updated 04/25/03
