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No intention of inviting children from previous marriage.

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May 03, 2010
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Good Idea
by: Anonymous

That is what I think is best

Yes, Cousins of the bride are invited. These new inlaws have been less than gracious and caused much heartache in the family. The recently added cousins are, I believe, away at school at time .

I will take you advice and tactfully discuss....

Thanks.... any other thoughts, welcome.

May 03, 2010
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It is Your Choice
by: Eunice

I suppose you are inviting the children of your brother's first marriage?

Unfortunately there are no rules in etiquette on this. The right to issue an invitation belongs to the host of the party or wedding.

I suggest if you do not want your brother's step-children to be there, it's best to let your brother know soon. Talk to him about it and explain the costs, or be really upfront about it in a gentle way.

OR come up with a really good excuse. It's sometimes kinder that way.

May 03, 2010
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Invitation to childreen from previous marriage
by: Anonymous

I understand the sentiment but at $260 per person, 3 additional persons that the bride does not know nor has any relationship with is a burden. Did I mention , this inlaw had excluded the bride and family from every function held at her home.

I need a hard & fast rule of Miss Manners or Peggy Post on this.... does anyone know for sure what the protocol is in this situation.

Thanks

May 03, 2010
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previous children
by: Anonymous

Although you don't condsider them your relatives, they are still a part of your family. To save hard feeling within your circle, you should invite your brothers step children.

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