Re: "Open viewing" gifts at bridal shower?

Posted by dpli

I didn't have a wedding shower, because I didn't want one, so forgive my ignorance......

Out of curiosity, how many people did you have at a wedding shower where it took you 3 hours to open gifts? I don't think as a bride I would have been able to handle that

Message edited 3/27/2007 4:29:25 PM.

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For somone who had their bridal shower in the SCORCHING heat wave this past August I would have MUCH preferred NOT opening all those gifts. It took a good 2+ hours for me to open all those gifts and I didn't even get a chance to finish before people had to leave.

So... I just have to say that I don't think it's ANYONE's business what the MOH or Bride want for their bridal shower, or whoever's throwing it. I mean who are we to judge what people do? It THEIR day, it's THEIR party. It just feels pretty obnoxious to me that people have the nerve to "complain" about what someone else is doing for THEIR shower. It's NOT about you, it's about the bride. And I seriously doubt that ANYONE who's had a shower, or been to one notices that the bride is "ungrateful" for the gift if it's not open. So does that mean that she can get on her mighty horse and say that a person who didn't show up is "ungrateful" because they didn't come to the shower but sent a gift?

I mean it's apples vs. oranges ladies.... in this day an age, things change, "times, they are a changin'" and if you're getting offended over whether or not the bride opens presents at her shower or not or what kind of paper the gifts are wrapped in, well then I think you should take a serious look within and ask yourself why that bothers you so much! I mean is it about showing off how much money you spent? Did you get a better gift than so and so? Is it about you showing off how much you can afford? I mean really? It's just bizarre to be so "offended" over something so trivial as that

And, didn't I sit down for another 5+ hours to write personalized thank yous to eahc and every one that came and sent a present? I mean, isn't that gratitude enough???

Message edited 3/27/2007 4:22:09 PM.

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I mean, how exciting is a toaster from Aunt Suzie twice removed really?

Re: "Open viewing" gifts at bridal shower?

Posted by chelle

For somone who had their bridal shower in the SCORCHING heat wave this past August I would have MUCH preferred NOT opening all those gifts. It took a good 2+ hours for me to open all those gifts and I didn't even get a chance to finish before people had to leave.

So... I just have to say that I don't think it's ANYONE's business what the MOH or Bride want for their bridal shower, or whoever's throwing it. I mean who are we to judge what people do? It THEIR day, it's THEIR party. It just feels pretty obnoxious to me that people have the nerve to "complain" about what someone else is doing for THEIR shower. It's NOT about you, it's about the bride. And I seriously doubt that ANYONE who's had a shower, or been to one notices that the bride is "ungrateful" for the gift if it's not open. So does that mean that she can get on her mighty horse and say that a person who didn't show up is "ungrateful" because they didn't come to the shower but sent a gift?

I mean it's apples vs. oranges ladies.... in this day an age, things change, "times, they are a changin'" and if you're getting offended over whether or not the bride opens presents at her shower or not or what kind of paper the gifts are wrapped in, well then I think you should take a serious look within and ask yourself why that bothers you so much! I mean is it about showing off how much money you spent? Did you get a better gift than so and so? Is it about you showing off how much you can afford? I mean really? It's just bizarre to be so "offended" over something so trivial as that

And, didn't I sit down for another 5+ hours to write personalized thank yous to eahc and every one that came and sent a present? I mean, isn't that gratitude enough???

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Posted by chelle

For somone who had their bridal shower in the SCORCHING heat wave this past August I would have MUCH preferred NOT opening all those gifts. It took a good 2+ hours for me to open all those gifts and I didn't even get a chance to finish before people had to leave.

So... I just have to say that I don't think it's ANYONE's business what the MOH or Bride want for their bridal shower, or whoever's throwing it. I mean who are we to judge what people do? It THEIR day, it's THEIR party. It just feels pretty obnoxious to me that people have the nerve to "complain" about what someone else is doing for THEIR shower. It's NOT about you, it's about the bride. And I seriously doubt that ANYONE who's had a shower, or been to one notices that the bride is "ungrateful" for the gift if it's not open. So does that mean that she can get on her mighty horse and say that a person who didn't show up is "ungrateful" because they didn't come to the shower but sent a gift?

I mean it's apples vs. oranges ladies.... in this day an age, things change, "times, they are a changin'" and if you're getting offended over whether or not the bride opens presents at her shower or not or what kind of paper the gifts are wrapped in, well then I think you should take a serious look within and ask yourself why that bothers you so much! I mean is it about showing off how much money you spent? Did you get a better gift than so and so? Is it about you showing off how much you can afford? I mean really? It's just bizarre to be so "offended" over something so trivial as that

And, didn't I sit down for another 5+ hours to write personalized thank yous to eahc and every one that came and sent a present? I mean, isn't that gratitude enough???

Re: "Open viewing" gifts at bridal shower?

Posted by chelle

For somone who had their bridal shower in the SCORCHING heat wave this past August I would have MUCH preferred NOT opening all those gifts. It took a good 2+ hours for me to open all those gifts and I didn't even get a chance to finish before people had to leave.

So... I just have to say that I don't think it's ANYONE's business what the MOH or Bride want for their bridal shower, or whoever's throwing it. I mean who are we to judge what people do? It THEIR day, it's THEIR party. It just feels pretty obnoxious to me that people have the nerve to "complain" about what someone else is doing for THEIR shower. It's NOT about you, it's about the bride. And I seriously doubt that ANYONE who's had a shower, or been to one notices that the bride is "ungrateful" for the gift if it's not open. So does that mean that she can get on her mighty horse and say that a person who didn't show up is "ungrateful" because they didn't come to the shower but sent a gift?

I mean it's apples vs. oranges ladies.... in this day an age, things change, "times, they are a changin'" and if you're getting offended over whether or not the bride opens presents at her shower or not or what kind of paper the gifts are wrapped in, well then I think you should take a serious look within and ask yourself why that bothers you so much! I mean is it about showing off how much money you spent? Did you get a better gift than so and so? Is it about you showing off how much you can afford? I mean really? It's just bizarre to be so "offended" over something so trivial as that

And, didn't I sit down for another 5+ hours to write personalized thank yous to eahc and every one that came and sent a present? I mean, isn't that gratitude enough???

Re: "Open viewing" gifts at bridal shower?

That's interesting - I have never heard of that. I would imagine cellophane.

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Okay, I can definetly see the point of having a "Open Viewing" if you are having more then 80 people at your shower. My cousin had so many people and presents at her baby shower, that she had to take a break after a while.

For me, I only had about 45 people at my shower. I had plenty of time to talk to all my guests, eat, play shower games, and open presents by myself. Older guests especially apperciate you opening your presents in front of them. I think this is what they are used to and they like to be acknowledge.

Also, people forget that a shower may seem boring to the guest, but it is a big deal to the guest of honor.

Message edited 3/27/2007 5:21:23 PM.

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Message edited 3/27/2007 6:00:08 PM.

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Sorry but that is the most ridiculous thing

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Posted by chelle

For somone who had their bridal shower in the SCORCHING heat wave this past August I would have MUCH preferred NOT opening all those gifts. It took a good 2+ hours for me to open all those gifts and I didn't even get a chance to finish before people had to leave.

So... I just have to say that I don't think it's ANYONE's business what the MOH or Bride want for their bridal shower, or whoever's throwing it. I mean who are we to judge what people do? It THEIR day, it's THEIR party. It just feels pretty obnoxious to me that people have the nerve to "complain" about what someone else is doing for THEIR shower. It's NOT about you, it's about the bride. And I seriously doubt that ANYONE who's had a shower, or been to one notices that the bride is "ungrateful" for the gift if it's not open. So does that mean that she can get on her mighty horse and say that a person who didn't show up is "ungrateful" because they didn't come to the shower but sent a gift?

I mean it's apples vs. oranges ladies.... in this day an age, things change, "times, they are a changin'" and if you're getting offended over whether or not the bride opens presents at her shower or not or what kind of paper the gifts are wrapped in, well then I think you should take a serious look within and ask yourself why that bothers you so much! I mean is it about showing off how much money you spent? Did you get a better gift than so and so? Is it about you showing off how much you can afford? I mean really? It's just bizarre to be so "offended" over something so trivial as that

And, didn't I sit down for another 5+ hours to write personalized thank yous to eahc and every one that came and sent a present? I mean, isn't that gratitude enough???

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Re: "Open viewing" gifts at bridal shower?

Posted by anna

Posted by -DonnaMarie-

Its not a terrible idea, it IS a long 2 hours of clapping and oooh-aaahing

don't forget eye rolling and fake enjoyment expressions!!!

Re: "Open viewing" gifts at bridal shower?

I have been following this post all day and as I read now, I wonder what happens to the guest who comes, wraps, brings a gift and then the opening takes so long, the guest is in the ladies room when her gift is opened?!?!?!? Would they re-wrap and ask her to open it again? I am just giggiling to myself and wondering!

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Who cares? If that's what the bride and/or MOH wants to do, then so be it. Stick a bow on it and call it a day. I mean, what's wrong with the bride and MOH dictating how it's wrapped? Hell, the bride already dictates what you should buy her (ahem..the registry), so I guess this is just a continuation of that To each their own!

Re: "Open viewing" gifts at bridal shower?

Posted by diva7531

I have been following this post all day and as I read now, I wonder what happens to the guest who comes, wraps, brings a gift and then the opening takes so long, the guest is in the ladies room when her gift is opened?!?!?!? Would they re-wrap and ask her to open it again? I am just giggiling to myself and wondering!

Re: "Open viewing" gifts at bridal shower?

Posted by dpli

I didn't have a wedding shower, because I didn't want one, so forgive my ignorance......

Out of curiosity, how many people did you have at a wedding shower where it took you 3 hours to open gifts? I don't think as a bride I would have been able to handle that

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I personally hated opening presents because I hate being the center of attention and I was sweating I always feel so bad for the pregnant women at baby showers opening all those gifts. I would have loved to have more time to chat with guests than sit and open presents. Also as a guest do you really enjoy sitting there watching people open gifts? I could definitely do without it. JMO

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Geez, she may end up with a ton of baskets!!!

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Why not just get a big hunking dildo put a bow on that and be sure to display it prominently so Great Aunt Jane could get a good eyeful....now THAT would be a fun shower

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Posted by Moehick

Why not just get a big hunking dildo put a bow on that and be sure to display it prominently so Great Aunt Jane could get a good eyeful....now THAT would be a fun shower

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Posted by june262004

Posted by Moehick

Why not just get a big hunking dildo put a bow on that and be sure to display it prominently so Great Aunt Jane could get a good eyeful....now THAT would be a fun shower

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I've never heard of this

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Posted by diva7531

Posted by june262004

Posted by Moehick

Why not just get a big hunking dildo put a bow on that and be sure to display it prominently so Great Aunt Jane could get a good eyeful....now THAT would be a fun shower

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See now that would be a FUN shower!!!

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Posted by BellaPaige

Posted by chelle

For somone who had their bridal shower in the SCORCHING heat wave this past August I would have MUCH preferred NOT opening all those gifts. It took a good 2+ hours for me to open all those gifts and I didn't even get a chance to finish before people had to leave.

So... I just have to say that I don't think it's ANYONE's business what the MOH or Bride want for their bridal shower, or whoever's throwing it. I mean who are we to judge what people do? It THEIR day, it's THEIR party. It just feels pretty obnoxious to me that people have the nerve to "complain" about what someone else is doing for THEIR shower. It's NOT about you, it's about the bride. And I seriously doubt that ANYONE who's had a shower, or been to one notices that the bride is "ungrateful" for the gift if it's not open. So does that mean that she can get on her mighty horse and say that a person who didn't show up is "ungrateful" because they didn't come to the shower but sent a gift?

I mean it's apples vs. oranges ladies.... in this day an age, things change, "times, they are a changin'" and if you're getting offended over whether or not the bride opens presents at her shower or not or what kind of paper the gifts are wrapped in, well then I think you should take a serious look within and ask yourself why that bothers you so much! I mean is it about showing off how much money you spent? Did you get a better gift than so and so? Is it about you showing off how much you can afford? I mean really? It's just bizarre to be so "offended" over something so trivial as that

And, didn't I sit down for another 5+ hours to write personalized thank yous to eahc and every one that came and sent a present? I mean, isn't that gratitude enough???

Well said!