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Across the Fence:  Tacky of creative?  |
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Cindy Lou
True Blue Farmgirl
2325 Posts
Susan
Lonsdale
MN
USA
2325 Posts |
 Posted - Oct 26 2014 : 4:44:43 PM
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Yesterday I received an invitation for a baby shower. We have known the young woman's family since long before she was born. It is fun to see her grown and I am happy for her.
But there was something about the invitation that bothered me. I understand that it makes sense for people to register at stores for the things they may need or want. I generally take the listing as suggestions, I may get something on the list but like to give something that I personally want to share, like books or something hand-made.
This invitation included an entry form for a gift drawing and the statement that for every package of disposable diapers the giver would get another entry form. I understand that diapers are a big expense and some people always give them. This just seemed like more of an order than a request. I'm just stubborn enough to know that I will NOT buy diapers.
Would you have considered this tacky or did her sisters-in law have a great idea?
Susan
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"
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laurzgot
True Blue Farmgirl
1672 Posts
Laurie
Alvin
Texas
USA
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Posted - Oct 26 2014 : 5:51:00 PM
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Susan, I guess I'm old-fashioned but this seems tacky to me. They just might as well have a diaper shower instead of (baby shower) where items are bought or handmade. Just my thought.
"Smile and be yourself everyday"
Country girl at heart
Laurie
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nubidane
True Blue Farmgirl
2875 Posts
Lisa
Georgetown
OH
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Posted - Oct 26 2014 : 5:51:20 PM
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Susan
I would totally ignore and give a gift that you see appropriate.
This is crazy. You can get discounted diapers from coupons.
Maybe give her a pack of cloth diapers.
What happened to gifts from the heart??
"We must reject the idea that every time a law’s broken, society is guilty rather than the lawbreaker. It is time to restore the American precept that each individual is accountable for his actions.” – R.R. |
Edited by - nubidane on Oct 26 2014 5:52:33 PM |
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hudsonsinaf
True Blue Farmgirl
3162 Posts
Shannon
Rozet
Wyoming
USA
3162 Posts |
Posted - Oct 26 2014 : 6:18:45 PM
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For both my wedding and baby shower(s) I have refused to even do a registry. I would prefer something homemade and/or from the heart than telling someone what to buy.... And in the same way, that is what I prefer to give!
~ Shannon
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sjmjgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
566 Posts
Stephanie
Mt. Vernon
Iowa
USA
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Posted - Oct 26 2014 : 7:03:36 PM
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Seems on the tacky side to me! It's a baby shower, not a Tupperware party! But in this instance I would quietly choose not to take part in the drawing , give a gift that mom will appreciate and enjoy the festivities.
Farmgirl Sister # 3810
Learn the rules so you know how to break them properly.
- Dalai Lama
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HealingTouch
True Blue Farmgirl
3448 Posts
Darlene
Kunkletown
Pa
USA
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Posted - Oct 26 2014 : 8:06:56 PM
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Crazy! I don't understand the boldness of it. I guess I'm just old and don't like being told what to give.
Be Blessed and Be a Blessing,
Darlene
Sister 1922
God first, everything else after!
When Satan's knocking at your door, just say "Jesus will you get that for me?"
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13621 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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Cindy Lou
True Blue Farmgirl
2325 Posts
Susan
Lonsdale
MN
USA
2325 Posts |
Posted - Oct 27 2014 : 8:24:32 PM
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Thanks, ladies!
I want to be part of the celebration but I will pick my own gift idea. I appreciate knowing that I'm not alone though in my feelings about this.
Susan
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
4737 Posts
Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
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Posted - Oct 28 2014 : 06:27:45 AM
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Tacky, tacky! I think giving a gift that you know is meaningful and helpful for the new mom is much more special. I look at registrations as a guideline of what colors will be going in the baby's room & for an idea of what the parents like. Then I do my own thing. Enjoy shopping or making something for the little one.
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
5216 Posts |
Posted - Oct 28 2014 : 08:35:30 AM
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I think it's inappropriate too. One of my favorite wedding gifts is a hand crocheted tablecloth, just beautiful :)
Farmgirl Sister #5392
By His Grace, For His Glory
~Sharon
http://amerryheartjournal.blogspot.com/
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
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Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
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Posted - Oct 28 2014 : 09:48:06 AM
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I like using a gift registry as a guideline. If I am lazy, I will buy something on the registry. I am like Dawn using a registry to pick colours and styles and then go my own way. The drawing for the extra diapers seems a little tacky. I would never give someone disposable diapers anyway. I'm also wondering what the "prize" is. I'll bet it is something equally tacky such as a magazine or a music download.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
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