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Hi everyone, I am planning to have our engagement party in July. Most of my family is in Southern California while we live in Northern CA so travel is necessary. How far in advance should I send out the invites? I was thinking April?

My step sister got engaged last year but has not made any plans towards her wedding. I recently got engaged and have done quite a few things. I love far from family and think I want to ask my married best friend to be my matron of honor. The problem...