Does the receiving line repace bride and groom personally thanking guests at the reception?
My Fiancee & I are getting married this November. The guest list consists of about 60% friends, 30% my family and 10% his family (because his is small but also because he is not close to them). Neither one of us are big talkers. Of course, we want to say thank you to all those in attendance, but those whom we really don't know/have nothing in common we'd like to make it as brief as possible. If we do a receiving line, would it be in lieu of having to go around to each table and personally thank each guest or are we still obligated to go to each guest/table, regardless of whether or not we have a receiving linke? I'm not opposed to going from table to table thanking our guests, however, I know the groom will end up not staying with me & will go off & be with his friends and I will be left doing it all on my own.
Your thoughts?
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Re: [111107] Does the receiving line repace bride and groom personally thanking guests at the reception?
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Dear 111107,
It is always best to formally greet and thank your guests. The receiving line is a great way to do this. Plus, your guests will be able to meet your bridal party. So, you will be fine.
Why invite those with whom you have nothing in common and don't know well? Only invite those who are close.
Does the receiving line repace bride and groom personally thanking guests at the reception?
