I have received monetary gifts as wedding gifts and I am writing the thank you cards. I read that for monetary gifts you should write "thank you for the generous gift......" I wanted to vary the thank you notes so I wouldn't be redundant and in some letters I wrote "thank you so much for the thoughtful wedding gift......" instead of writing generous wedding gift (always referring to money). Is that improper or insulting?
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What you're writing is not insulting. But, a better way to go about this is to write a little more. For example:
Dear Aunt Susan -
Thank you very much for sharing our special day and for your generous gift. We are saving up to make an addition on our new home in anticipation of expanding our family one day. Your gift will surely come in handy. We hope you'll visit us and share the joy your gift will bring.
With Love,
Bride and Groom (no stamped signatures or pre-printed cards with signatures).
Elaborate on the ways you will use the gift. This works well for all gifts, not just cash. It's always nice for the guest to receive a note that lets them know their gift is appreciated. I do this when receiving all sorts of gifts. When my children we young, and we received baby gifts like clothing, I would always take a photo of the baby wearing the outfit to send to the giver. I know these photos gave them pleasure, which is the idea of gift giving and receiving.
Best wishes for a long, happy and healthy married life. Top Wedding Questions Forum Moderator - "Write your sorrows in the sand, your blessings in stone".
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Re: Writing thank you notes for money gifts
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Great advice! Couldn't have said it better myself. Rebecca Black, Etiquette Now
Writing thank you notes for money gifts
