Dear
Polite One,
My
oldest son returns from deployment at the same time my youngest daughter graduates
from high school. Since both events are
reasons to celebrate, should I plan for one party to
celebrate both events? I want to have
many of the same people attend, but don't want to overwhelm them with two
different dates. The welcome home part
of the party could come first so the military families could leave
afterward.
I'm
just a little concerned about the gift
issue. I don't want the military
families to feel like they should bring one for my daughter. Should I write this on the invitation?
Confused
Mom
Dear
Confused Mom,
It
might be better to split the parties into separate events, as it isn't as
special for your two children. Although, you know more about what is right for
your family. If you do host this as one
party, de-emphasizing gift-giving is best.
The
graduation party is
not necessarily a gift-giving event, even though many close family and friends
will want to give one. In fact, the family
may be a bit confused and want to give a gift for both if the parties are
combined. So, including "your
presence is the best present" might be best, at least for military
families invited. Place received gifts aside
and not in view of the guests, so those not giving are not embarrassed.
Sincerely,
The
Polite One
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