Tag Archives: invitation
Diversity: Embrace Joy
On a recent evening, my wife and I heard what sounded like live mariachi music a few houses away. We were drawn to the uplifting Latin beat, so we followed the sound to a family gathering down the block in … Continue reading
Dodged a Bullet
“Whenever I think of worst dates, I think of the one I said ‘no thank you’ to. It was an invitation to shoot rats at the garbage dump. Sixty-nine years later, I am still happy that I turned that one … Continue reading
Etiquette Question: Guest Edition
What do I do if someone brings a guest who has a ton of dietary restrictions without giving me advanced warning? Alex answers this question as I would, “My house my rules.” I also found myself chuckling and rolling my … Continue reading
The Party’s Over
How do I subtly tell guest that the party’s over and it’s time to leave? Before the party: include an end time on the invitation (for example, “Dinner and dessert from 7p.m. to 10p.m”) This goes for text messages … Continue reading
Etiquette Lesson: Guest Edition
Always RSVP respond sooner rather than later so you won’ forget- and so your host can plan accordingly. A simple call or text will usually suffice.
Real Life of an MSW 