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Another question. Can I do this??

post #1 of 5
9/8/01 at 6:14pm
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I posted a few days ago about my baby shower. I talked to my best friend today and she asked if I had thought about having a money tree instead of having people bring gifts. I know I will get overloaded with stuff I really don't need since this is my second baby. What do ya'll think of that idea? Is it weird ir rude to ask people for money instead of gifts? I don't want to do anything that would make anyone uncomfortable but I think it is a great idea. So, I just want to know what you think before I make my final decision. Also, just out of curiousity, what would be the best way to word that on an invitation?
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post #2 of 5
9/9/01 at 2:35am
hmm, I don't know. Thats a hard one. I know they have them at weddings and stuff, but I wouldn't know what to put on the invitations. sorry I couldn't help.
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post #3 of 5
9/9/01 at 9:51am
You may just want to decide on one big item you need like a double stroller and just say that instead of gifts we are asking that everyone contributes $5.00 towards the purchase of a stroller. My mom went to a shower and that is how it was done. Of course everyone brought gifts as well.
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post #4 of 5
9/10/01 at 7:09pm
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Well, we are going with the money tree idea. My friend actually got the idea from a baby shower book. We aren't sure how it will be worded but the largest portion of people coming is family anyway, or people we consider family so they won't care. We will still have to think of a creative way to word it. We also thought about doing a combo money tree/diaper shower. Anyway, thanks for the help. I willl let you know what the final word is.
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post #5 of 5
9/19/01 at 4:35pm
I think the money tree/diaper shower is a good idea. You can always use both. It's not like you're asking everybody to give a certain amount. I was given a party for my graduation and they had a money tree. If someone just wanted to give $1, then they put it on the tree. I don't think it would be that big of a deal. If people want to give you a gift, they will give you a gift anyway. But if it's all close friends and family, they're not going to be offended. At least, I'd think not.
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