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Thank you notes for guests you barely know who aren't attending

Kelly, on March 16, 2015 at 6:05 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 6

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Hi all! I'm completely at a loss for what to write in some of my thank-you notes.

I've started receiving some wedding gifts in the mail, and today I received one from someone I barely know who isn't able to attend. She's my mother's cousin, and it was a "they invited you so you need to invite them" sort of situation (which I'm fine with, since my parents are paying for a considerable chunk of the wedding).

Anyway, I barely know these people, they're not able to make it to the wedding, but I need to write them a thank-you note. Any suggestions for what to write? I thought of "We'll miss you at the wedding" or "Sorry you couldn't make it to the wedding," but that seems weird to write to someone I've only met once when I was like six years old.

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Latest activity by Angela Castiglioni, on March 17, 2015 at 2:40 PM

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Sher Bear · on March 16, 2015 at 6:12 PM
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I got this suggestion off of the internet and customized it for the appropriate thank you notes.

Dear _________,
Thank you so much for the engraved platter. We will use it for special dinners and gatherings. Your thoughtfulness warms our hearts, and your gift will be cherished for years to come.
Thank you so much,
(YOUR NAME HERE)
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LadyMonk · on March 16, 2015 at 6:16 PM
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Agreed. I'd just focus on the item or gift they gave you, about how you love it, and about their generosity.
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annakay511 · on March 16, 2015 at 6:33 PM
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Stay focused on the gift and their well-wishes. Thank them for the gift, explain how you'll use it, and thank them for their thoughtfulness and well-wishes.
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Mrs. Coon · on March 17, 2015 at 2:28 PM
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I had to write a couple of these... so awkward. Like the other ladies said, stay focused on the gift. Maybe mention how thoughtful it was for them to get you something and you'll miss getting to see them again or something!
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Heather A · on March 17, 2015 at 2:30 PM
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I did something along the lines of thank you so much for such and such a gift. We appreciate your well wishes and know you will be celebrating with us in spirit.
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Angela Castiglioni · on March 17, 2015 at 2:40 PM
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It is best to start off by addressing the person directly, such as; "Dear Megan." It is also nice to add in a message that shows that you remember the actual gift that was given by that particular person
"We very much enjoy our new coffee pot and we just wanted to let you know how much we appreciate it. Thank you!"

Read more : http://www.ehow.com/how_5834271_wording-thank-letters_-sample-thank.html

Read more : http://www.ehow.com/how_5834271_wording-thank-letters_-sample-thank.html
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