Narrowing the guest list

 There is nothing more difficult than to remove names from the guest list. However much you try, there will always be reasons for more people to share this important day of your life. But the heart and the budget never go together, so it’s time to face it: you have to delete names to get to the perfect number What to do?

• Assign room, many guests are listed commitments that obey your parents and some people do not even know you. Talk to them and let them know it’s your party, not a business meeting, church or work. Limit quota of people to invite “for commitment.” If you identify someone that your parents insist then ensure that these people are really going to come rather than leaving someone out there who you really appreciate and want to come to your party. This applies to neighbors and close acquaintances who are not necessarily in your inner circle.

• Review the list several times: Even after you think you’ve reached the limit, you can still cut. If your budget or the place where you booked does not support the party over a certain number of people, do not risk inviting more of the account. You’ll regret it later.

• If your party really is going to be an intimate celebration, make it known. There is nothing wrong. People will not be offended if you let them know that your quince will only be assisted by family and only a limited number of people. You can make a simple snack or a cake if you want to share with friends who you cannot invite to your party.

• Limit the number of guests per card. You are not required to invite the whole family of friends. Write the invitation in their name and provide the number of guests per card, preferably the guest and one companion.

• Pre-confirm: Send an RSVP card with your invitation. This is unusual in the culture of the parent, but it is certainly customary in the United States. Assign someone to make a reminder call and set a deadline for booking. If you know there are people who generally do not go to parties, who say they will go and do not appear, simply confront it amicably and ask them to book.

• Call to confirm reservations: One friendly way to determine who really will go is to ask a close family member you trust for their good sense and kindness, to make calls to confirm the reservations you receive.

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