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by EPI Staff on May 27, 2009

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scootz May 31, 2009 at 7:34 am

Do you give presents at an engagement party?

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Daniel Post Senning June 2, 2009 at 9:24 am

It is not universally expected although this is becoming quite common in some parts of the country.

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renee May 31, 2009 at 11:12 am

i am having a baptism gathering for my 5 year old i dont want people to feel they need to bring gifts and if they do i would rather not have toys is there something i can put on the invitation not making them feel obligated ????

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Daniel Post Senning June 2, 2009 at 7:50 am

It is okay to include a brief request of “no gifts please” on an invitation.

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