I have 4 daughters - all ready to get married. 1 wedding (destination and costly) only a year ago, another to be planned in May, also destination, and another to be married at the same time. The fourth wedding may also be coming up soon. How do I graciously invite people to all of these events without having them break their banks? Between wedding showers and receptions, I feel almost guilty to invite them all time and again. I can't ignore them and each of my daughters do deserve individual attention and celebration for their wedding day. I almost feel that I am imposing on the invited guests. What is the best way to pull these events off without tiring the guest list with celebrating my family for two years?
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Weddings by Shayna
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May 28, 2008, 12:20 PM
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As long as you are inviting intimate friends and family, and not just a general list of people you know by loose association, I don't think you have anything to worry about. These are people who already know you have four daughters of marriageable age, and that they are in serious relationships or engagements. I imagine that they feel for you at this time, and that if they are overtaxed, they will simply decline.
The guest lists are bound to be somewhat different too each time. Don't sweat the repeat invites - let the guests decide what to do with them, and concentrate on keeping yourself sane! Shayna Walker, Williamsburg Wedding Design http://www.williamsburgweddingdesign.com
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Only those closest to each of your daughters should be invited to each wedding, so, I would imagine the repeat guests on each of their lists would really only include family. Among those family members, only the closest would be invited to a shower since those should be small events with a limited guest list. Top Wedding Questions Forum Moderator - "Write your sorrows in the sand, your blessings in stone".
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May 28, 2008, 5:16 PM
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I agree. Plus, the big issue here is that the couple invites their guests. So, their guest list may not include the same people you would want to invite. And, mothers don't host or plan showers. So, if someone wishes to host one for your daughters, your daughters would give that host a list of those she wishes to be included. Rebecca Black, Etiquette Now
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