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Mimi25
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**QUESTION ANSWERED*** Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
I'm not looking for gifts, but I'd like to have some friends/family over to celebrate this baby. I plan on doing the cooking, decorating myself.
ETA: Sprinkle is the wrong word to use. I'll think of something else that clarifies no gifts needed!
Message edited 11/19/2008 12:27:26 PM.
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kerrycec03
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
honestly, yes. I'm sorry, but I think a shower/sprinkle is a party that somebody throws for someone else.
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| Posted 11/19/08 12:11 PM |
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MarisaK
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Honestly ........yes.
No one would show up empty handed and if you've already had a baby shower I think it's very tacky -
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| Posted 11/19/08 12:12 PM |
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snowflake08
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Posted by kerrycec03
honestly, yes. I'm sorry, but I think a shower/sprinkle is a party that somebody throws for someone else.
i have to agree
UNLESS, you write on the invites "No Gifts Please" and make it clear that you just want to have a meal with your friends and family before the baby
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| Posted 11/19/08 12:13 PM |
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maybebaby
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Sorry, I agree with the others. But i'm also not a fan of sprinkles or second showers in general..
If someone close to you wants to have a lunch that is casual, then fine. But don't throw one for yourself. Even if it says "no gifts" people will still feel like they should bring something...
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| Posted 11/19/08 12:15 PM |
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Mimi25
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Posted by MarisaK
Honestly ........yes.
No one would show up empty handed and if you've already had a baby shower I think it's very tacky -
I appreciate the input, I do, but I don't see how it would or could be considered tacky if I am doing everything, and not registering. I guess I could add NO gifts are needed?
Now if people choose to bring gifts - then that would be because they wanted to, not because I am expecting int. Obvioulsy we have all that we need, I just don't see what is wrong w/wanting to celebrate this baby.
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| Posted 11/19/08 12:15 PM |
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monkeybride
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Yes. Totally tacky.
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| Posted 11/19/08 12:15 PM |
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Mimi25
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
In all fairness everyone is entitled to their opinion. I respect it, but I don't agree. I don't believe my family/friends would find it tacky wanting to celebrate another life.
Thanks for your input ladies. 
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| Posted 11/19/08 12:19 PM |
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maybebaby
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Posted by Mimi25
Posted by MarisaK
Honestly ........yes.
No one would show up empty handed and if you've already had a baby shower I think it's very tacky -
I appreciate the input, I do, but I don't see how it would or could be considered tacky if I am doing everything, and not registering. I guess I could add NO gifts are needed?
Now if people choose to bring gifts - then that would be because they wanted to, not because I am expecting int. Obvioulsy we have all that we need, I just don't see what is wrong w/wanting to celebrate this baby.
I understand the mentality of celebrating a baby, but every baby really IS celebrated...in my family sprinkles are unheard of. Everyone comes to the hospital or to the house shortly after and brings stuff for the baby...
I just think throwing one for yourself is tacky. I KNOW you are not thinking this way and that you have good intentions of just wanting a gathering with friends/family BUT it may seem like a plea for gifts to some people, know what I mean?? I wouldn't like receiving an invite from a friend or family member inviting me to her sprinkle. I would think it was tacky.
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
I dont think its tacky if it is worded correctly maybe just say that you want to have a little get together to celelbrate your new baby that is coming...and put on the invite no gifts necessary just your Presence is present enough
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| Posted 11/19/08 12:20 PM |
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Angel321
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Posted by Mimi25
Posted by MarisaK
Honestly ........yes.
No one would show up empty handed and if you've already had a baby shower I think it's very tacky -
I appreciate the input, I do, but I don't see how it would or could be considered tacky if I am doing everything, and not registering. I guess I could add NO gifts are needed?
Now if people choose to bring gifts - then that would be because they wanted to, not because I am expecting int. Obvioulsy we have all that we need, I just don't see what is wrong w/wanting to celebrate this baby.
i do think it'd be weird...HOWEVER....if you word the invitation the right way - people may get it...
Please come celebrate our pregnancy.
NO GIFTS PLEASE! If you feel the strong need to do something, please, donate to such and such charity in our names. We truly have all we need and simply want to celebrate with those we love.
Would that work??? I think it gets' the point across....
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| Posted 11/19/08 12:20 PM |
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maybebaby
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Posted by Mimi25
In all fairness everyone is entitled to their opinion. I respect it, but I don't agree. I don't believe my family/friends would find it tacky wanting to celebrate another life.
Thanks for your input ladies.
Can you maybe tell your mom or a friend or someone that you would love to do something small like a lunch? So maybe someone will get the hint and it won't be coming from you?? If its that important to you to celebrate before the birth, then thats how I would go about it.
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| Posted 11/19/08 12:21 PM |
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Mimi25
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Posted by maybebaby
Posted by Mimi25
Posted by MarisaK
Honestly ........yes.
No one would show up empty handed and if you've already had a baby shower I think it's very tacky -
I appreciate the input, I do, but I don't see how it would or could be considered tacky if I am doing everything, and not registering. I guess I could add NO gifts are needed?
Now if people choose to bring gifts - then that would be because they wanted to, not because I am expecting int. Obvioulsy we have all that we need, I just don't see what is wrong w/wanting to celebrate this baby.
I understand the mentality of celebrating a baby, but every baby really IS celebrated...in my family sprinkles are unheard of. Everyone comes to the hospital or to the house shortly after and brings stuff for the baby...
I just think throwing one for yourself is tacky. I KNOW you are not thinking this way and that you have good intentions of just wanting a gathering with friends/family BUT it may seem like a plea for gifts to some people, know what I mean?? I wouldn't like receiving an invite from a friend or family member inviting me to her sprinkle. I woul
d think it was tacky.
Completely understood.
Maybe "sprinkle" is not the wrong word to use because it insinuates that we want or are asking for gifts. I'm creative, I can come up w/something else so that everyone knows we need nothing.
Thanks again!
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nrvbrd
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
I think you have every right to celebrate this child.
In the spirit of appropriateness, though, I would probably have someone else send the invite.
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| Posted 11/19/08 12:25 PM |
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Mimi25
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Posted by secretbabymaker
have a little get together to celelbrate your new baby that is coming...and put on the invite no gifts necessary just your Presence is present enough
I was JUST about to write this!! LOL! THANKS!
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pinkandblue
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
not at all...every baby should be celebrated, have fun !!!!
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| Posted 11/19/08 12:25 PM |
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Mimi25
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Whew! Problem solved! I'll remove my question now
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pinkandblue
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Posted by Mimi25
Posted by MarisaK
Honestly ........yes.
No one would show up empty handed and if you've already had a baby shower I think it's very tacky -
I appreciate the input, I do, but I don't see how it would or could be considered tacky if I am doing everything, and not registering. I guess I could add NO gifts are needed?
Now if people choose to bring gifts - then that would be because they wanted to, not because I am expecting int. Obvioulsy we have all that we need, I just don't see what is wrong w/wanting to celebrate this baby.
there is nothing wrong with it and honestly, I think it is rude to tell someone that their idea is Tacky..... 
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MarisaK
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Re: Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Posted by Mimi25
Posted by MarisaK
Honestly ........yes.
No one would show up empty handed and if you've already had a baby shower I think it's very tacky -
I appreciate the input, I do, but I don't see how it would or could be considered tacky if I am doing everything, and not registering. I guess I could add NO gifts are needed?
Now if people choose to bring gifts - then that would be because they wanted to, not because I am expecting int. Obvioulsy we have all that we need, I just don't see what is wrong w/wanting to celebrate this baby.
Ok, but you specifically asked if we thought it was tacky - I do.
Personally any time someone invites me to a party to 'celebrate' something specific (ie: birthday, anniversary, baby etc) I feel obligated to bring a gift (as I think most people would)
If it's just about spending time w/ your close family/friends - I'd throw a cocktail party or a brunch totally non - baby related. Everyone is going to fuss over the pregnant woman, regardless of the 'ocassion'
JMO.
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| Posted 11/19/08 12:30 PM |
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MarisaK
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Re: **QUESTION ANSWERED*** Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Posted by Mikismom
Posted by Mimi25
Posted by MarisaK
Honestly ........yes.
No one would show up empty handed and if you've already had a baby shower I think it's very tacky -
I appreciate the input, I do, but I don't see how it would or could be considered tacky if I am doing everything, and not registering. I guess I could add NO gifts are needed?
Now if people choose to bring gifts - then that would be because they wanted to, not because I am expecting int. Obvioulsy we have all that we need, I just don't see what is wrong w/wanting to celebrate this baby.
there is nothing wrong with it and honestly, I think it is rude to tell someone that their idea is Tacky.....
Are you kidding? The TITLE of the POST is "do you think it's tacky.........."
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pinkandblue
Our family is complete, maybe
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Re: **QUESTION ANSWERED*** Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Posted by MarisaK
Posted by Mikismom
Posted by Mimi25
Posted by MarisaK
Honestly ........yes.
No one would show up empty handed and if you've already had a baby shower I think it's very tacky -
I appreciate the input, I do, but I don't see how it would or could be considered tacky if I am doing everything, and not registering. I guess I could add NO gifts are needed?
Now if people choose to bring gifts - then that would be because they wanted to, not because I am expecting int. Obvioulsy we have all that we need, I just don't see what is wrong w/wanting to celebrate this baby.
there is nothing wrong with it and honestly, I think it is rude to tell someone that their idea is Tacky.....
Are you kidding? The TITLE of the POST is "do you think it's tacky.........."
relax.
eta - I did not realize that she used the word tacky in her post. I guess I just have a problem with that word in general 
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05mommy09
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Re: **QUESTION ANSWERED*** Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
why dont you ask Dh to throw it for you...?????
My kids are going to be 4yrs apart.. and my first baby shower was RUINED by my MIL (if you want drama- search for an old post of mine)
Im not planning on registering, I dont care about the gifts... but I did not have a wedding, a bridal shower- nothing...I had a baby shower almost 4 yrs ago and it was ruined.
I told DH that I would like a small DRAMA FREE sprinkle...
So while I think there is nothing wrong with have 2 showers/sprinkles whatever you wish to call it.... I dont like the idea of you throwing it for yourself... (its for you- you shouldnt have to do all the work)
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| Posted 11/19/08 12:34 PM |
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nov04libride
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Re: **QUESTION ANSWERED*** Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Personally, I'd wait until after the baby is born and have a small party introducing him/her to your friends and family. I think that would be more of a celebration, and allow all of your close peeps to meet your little one! 
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MrsRivera
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Re: **QUESTION ANSWERED*** Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Posted by davenjess
i do think it'd be weird...HOWEVER....if you word the invitation the right way - people may get it...
Please come celebrate our pregnancy.
NO GIFTS PLEASE! If you feel the strong need to do something, please, donate to such and such charity in our names. We truly have all we need and simply want to celebrate with those we love.
Would that work??? I think it gets' the point across....
I think this would be a VERY acceptable way to do it. If you use the whole "they can bring a gift if they want to, but they're not required to", then some people will bring gifts, and those who don't will feel weird.
I think if you word it this exact way, then it's clear that it's simply a get-together to mingle and celebrate, that's great. Otherwise, it will look like you're throwing yourself a party and it WILL look tacky.
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Re: **QUESTION ANSWERED*** Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?
Posted by Mimi25
In all fairness everyone is entitled to their opinion. I respect it, but I don't agree. I don't believe my family/friends would find it tacky wanting to celebrate another life.
Thanks for your input ladies.
I'm not trying to be rude but why even ask if your mind was already made up
? I feel like you asked for opinions and when people said yes it is tacky that you were defensive from the 2nd post....Why ask if you had already decided?
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