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HisQueen
Savvy October 2010

Small wedding, how do I tell family no??

HisQueen, on January 1, 2010 at 3:21 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 5
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We're having a small destination wedding (20-25) so we're not going to invite all of our family. I got an email from a distant aunt wanting details about the wedding so she can save her money. But she isn't invited! I'm a very blunt person so how do I nicely tell her this without hurting her feelings? BTW, we plan to have an informal reception/party/event when we get back for all the family and friends...

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Latest activity by Jesper, on January 10, 2010 at 9:11 AM
  • chearysgirl
    Super March 2010
    chearysgirl ·
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    I would tell her exactly that. You are having a very small ceremony with only closest family/friends there but she is most definitely invited to the reception following and you will let her know the details...if she asks why just let her know the reason....I am sure she would understand...

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  • Mrs. Kline (Sass)
    Master December 2010
    Mrs. Kline (Sass) ·
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    Call her and start off by telling her that you are so glad that she cared enough to show intrest but unfortunatly due to your budget you can't do a large wedding. Make sure to let here know that you really hope she can help you celebrate you and your fh's new life by comming to the reception and that it would mean a lot if she could make it to that.

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  • M
    Just Said Yes October 2010
    Megan ·
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    I would go a different route. If you are important enough for your distant relative to want to go to your destination wedding regardless of the cost, I would give her the details and send her a save the date. Sometimes more immediate family members don't care enough to make a trip.

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  • ladylee
    Master June 2010
    ladylee ·
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    Gratitude doesn't pay for weddings. i agree with unique. give her the information for the reception.

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  • Jesper
    Just Said Yes March 2010
    Jesper ·
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    I agree with explaining about budget and size for the destination wedding and then telling her about the reception at home.

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