In today's Ask Amy column, Amy Dickinson responds to a family that isn't sure how to respond to a bride and groom angry about their lack of wedding gifts.
In today's Ask Amy column, Amy Dickinson responds to a family that isn't sure how to respond to a bride and groom angry about their lack of wedding gifts.
A wedding dilemma. My sister recently had a small wedding and all of our family members were involved and pitched in. I planned and paid for her shower, our mother made a beautiful wedding cake, and our uncle officiated . Additionally, we all gave them shower gifts and wedding gifts, including gifts of cash to be put toward their honeymoon .
My sister and her new husband just sent an email to our immediate family, more or less berating us for not giving them more — or larger — gifts.I suggest that one of your parents should respond in a neutral way, saying that they thought the wedding was beautiful and that they are sorry the couple is so dissatisfied. Then say, “Your demand is really surprising. What’s going on?”
I think it’s possible that this couple has gotten themselves into debt and are looking for relief. If so, they’ll have to be honest about this and find a way to discuss it in a much more appropriate way.or send a letter to Ask Amy, P.O. Box 194, Freeville, NY 13068. You can also follow her on TwitterIf you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
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