Dear Amy: Should I keep my RSVP simple and just gracefully decline, or is it ever appropriate to say that although we would love to join the celebration, the travel and cost is just beyond our means at this time?
Dear Amy: I’ve struggled with the thoughtful way to RSVP to certain events in the past and now that I’m once again facing this issue, I wonder if you could please offer me your considered opinion.
Should I keep my RSVP simple and just gracefully decline, or is it ever appropriate to say that although we would love to join the celebration, the travel and cost is just beyond our means at this time?Dear Concerned: Your wealthy family members may anticipate that you won’t be able to attend their events, and yet when they invite you, they are being inclusive.
If your husband wants to opt out of family gatherings and sulk at home , then he can make his own inquiries about who will be present, and supply his own lies, reasons, or excuses for staying away.
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