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Grace’s Tip of the Day: Giving Thanks

By Social Grace

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Despite what you may have been told, thank you cards should be sent out no later than two months from the day of your wedding. Don’t believe us, just ask your Grandma!

In 1952, Amy Vanderbilt wrote that one must send out that thank you notes no later than 2-3 weeks from the time you receive your gifts. This is a far change from some of the event planners of today, saying that you can wait an entire year before sending your notes of gratitude! Ladies, write your notes as soon as you can! It will take you less time to write the cards than your reception lasted. If your friends and family were able to give you that much time, you can do the same for them.

If that’s not enough motivation, then here are some helpful hints to help you get through the massive amount of thanking you will most likely have to do.

1. Keep a list to organize who you need to thank. You can use this list to track who you have left. Remember, you must thank everyone. Think about who hosted events, who sent notes, gifts, helped out at events, and don’t forget your wedding professionals that helped you along the way!

2. Everyone has their own way of getting things done, and women are multi-taskers, so don’t be afraid to turn on your favorite rom-com and write away! Turn writing your thank-you’s into something fun that connects you further to your guests, not a chore.

3. Even though some say store bought cards that have sayings and “thank you” pre-printed within are tacky and impersonal we at Proposal understand that not every budget can handle letterpressed stationary and one of a kind designs. The truth is, as long as it contains kindness and true appreciation, it can be on any style paper or card. We don’t promote paper snobs.

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This entry was posted on February 1st, 2010 under social grace, tip of the day.

Grace’s Tip of the Day: Workplace Politics

By Social Grace

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At work don’t talk religion, politics or sports. You’ll avoid insulting your boss and co-workers.
We understand that you are an individual and everyone has the right to give their opinion, but there is a time and a place for all discussions. Your workplace isn’t the best place to get into a showdown about any personal issues. Friendly debates can be nice but inevitably one co-worker may not want to be involved and your strong feelings might become the center of work tension.

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This entry was posted on January 26th, 2010 under social grace, tip of the day.

Grace’s Tip of the Day: Champagne Etiquette

By Social Grace

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Always drink your champagne after the toast is said. Never drink before!

When attending a wedding reception, traditionally, the newly married couple will be introduced to their guests via some sort of host or DJ.

Then after everyone stops cheering, a series of toasts will begin.

It normally begins with the Best Man & then the Maid of Honor. Then the Bride’s Father & Mother will give their speeches.

Finally, the couple will stand up and toast their families and friends who are with them that day.

Although, it’s a nice gesture, beware of opening the floor to anyone who wants to say a toast. As people drink more, they lose their inhibitions and might lose their fears of public speaking.

I once attended a wedding where the toasts went so long that they only had time for 15 minutes of dancing. No one wants their wedding reception to become an open mike.