How do we indicate on our child’s birthday invitation that we don’t want guests to give gifts or money?

Posted November 26th, 2008

bbswit asked: We are planning a party for our daughter’s 1st birthday. We are fortunate to live around a lot of family, so there will be a large group of extended family there. While we want our family to share in this occasion, we would rather people not give gifts or money — and don’t [...]

How much money for a mail carrier xmas gift?

Posted November 25th, 2008

Eileen B asked: I would like to give my mail carrier a gift of money for xmas, what amount is good?anitadiazt

What is a good way to write in a Shower invitation.no gifts that money is needed more?

Posted July 30th, 2008

albeachgrl asked: I want to write invitations for a wedding reception and would like to put a notation about gifts. The couple needs money for their honeymoon. What would be the best way to put that in an invitation or is this rude to do. The couple I am talking about are older and they [...]

What am I expected to spend my graduation gift money on?

Posted May 20th, 2008

ben asked: My graduation is on May 20. I don’t know what I should spend the money on? I am not going to college, I’ve enlisted in the Air Force and they’ll pay for it if and when I decide to enroll in the Air Force Academy. I’m short on cash now because I just [...]

Do I have to give a gift/money at an engagement party?

Posted May 14th, 2008

Kathy asked: I am going to an engagement party for my boyfriend’s cousin and his fiancee. I have only met his extended family on one other occasion (his sisters wedding) and wanted to know if we are expected to give gifts or money. I read in an article once that the purpose of the party [...]

How do you make out a “Thank You” card when the gift was money?

Posted January 24th, 2008

MelraeJones asked: Usually when the gift is a blender you say something like “Thank you for the blender! John and I look forward to making smoothies!” When the gift was money, do you mention the amount that was given??kukrey