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ClaireD*
Beginner May 2014

Writing thank you cards - Urggghhhh

ClaireD*, 28 June, 2014 at 20:02

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It's taken me two weeks so far, and I'd say I've only just hit the 1/3 of the way there mark. About 45 more cards to go I think ☹️ I've also done the bridesmaids thank you cards in that first 1/3 batch and I *think* I've managed to be really sunny and gracious in writing them, which is a big...

It's taken me two weeks so far, and I'd say I've only just hit the 1/3 of the way there mark. About 45 more cards to go I think ☹️

I've also done the bridesmaids thank you cards in that first 1/3 batch and I *think* I've managed to be really sunny and gracious in writing them, which is a big achievement I think considering I was really upset with them for a couple of weeks after the wedding (back history there = bridesmaids didn't get involved pre-wedding, and I didn't really see them after the ceremony on the day).

It's been easy (and dare I say jolly) writing cards to people who gave gifts, or to those I at least spoke to on the day, but it's really really hard thinking of anything other than "Thank you for coming" to those I didn't speak to. I'm thinking of insisting that husband writes the ones to his friends and family. He wanted me to do them all as he has crap handwriting. I agreed initially but as I'm getting frustrated as time drags on, I'm thinking of going back on that and making him do them. Should I ????

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  • ClaireD*
    Beginner May 2014
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    If this happens, this is the time to put Alice's 'thoughtful gift' thing into action I think!

    I also plan to refer back to my list when going to future weddings, as I would hate to accidentally fail to match a present. It can go the other way too though, if someone gives you £20 in cash, and then you later give them £200 in return (random amounts), that's not necessarily going to go without question. It might be graciously accepted in the knowledge that you've just had a pay bonus at work and are therefore more able to give at that moment, but it could be seen by some as over-the-top and a 'comment' on different lifestyles or generosity levels etc. It's a bit of a minefield I think.

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