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Too late for a reception?

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Posted 05 August 2025 - 05:57 PM

Our daughter got married in Dec. 08 at the justice of the peace. Is it too long after the marriage to have a small "wedding" and reception? Could it be a meet the new family party, as they had a son in april 09? Any suggestions or ideas? We would like her to have something special since she didn't have the formal wedding she had hoped for.

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Posted 05 August 2025 - 07:07 PM

Your daughter is already a wife and mother and the couple already had their wedding. A reception should be held within the first year after the wedding, as close to the wedding date as possible. You could certainly host a party in your home to celebrate the arrival of your new grandchild. I can't think of any other formal party that would be appropriate at this point.

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Posted 06 August 2025 - 09:54 AM

I completely agree. And, please remember that any type of gathering would not be a gift giving event. So, no mention of gifts should be made.

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