My father is getting married (mother passed away many years ago) early July to a very wonderful, loving woman. My sister and I are very happy for him and would like to do something special for his fiancee. We don't know her friends well, the wedding will be small, family and a few very close friends, so a bridal shower (they are consolidating homes and have everything!) just doesn't seem to fill the bill for many reasons. Would a small, intimate luncheon at a nice place in her honor be appropriate?? And is it appropriate to just include her daughter, granddaughter, & daughter-in-law (all of whom live in the same city) as well as my sister & myself, but no friends? Her only attendant is her sister who lives quite far away and will only be coming back for the wedding.
Your idea seems very appropriate. You can make this very informal and call it a bridal luncheon in honor of your dad's fiance. You can invite anyone who is also invited to the wedding.
Your generosity and caring attitude is sure to be warmly welcomed. I'll be your dad is quite proud to have such a wonderful daughter and I'm sure he appreciates the support. Second marriages after a spouse has died, even if it has been many years, can be difficult.
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