Reality is a lot of couples live together before they get married; therefore more towels, sheets and platters are not necessary. Many couples opt to accompany their invitations with a poem that requests money as a gift. This is a very personal choice for the couple, some guests may find this offensive but reality is it will alleviate the question “What do you want as a gift?”
redcoralweddings has selected a few tasteful poems that you could use:
More than just kisses so far we’ve shared
Our home has been made with love and care
Most things we need we’ve already got
Like a toaster and kettle, pans and pots
A wishing well we thought would be great
(but only if you wish to participate)
A gift of money is placed in the well
Then make a wish … but do not tell
Once we’ve replaced the old with the new
We can look back and say it was thanks to you!
And in return for your kindness we’re sure
that one day soon you’ll get what you wished for!
If you were thinking of giving a gift, to help us on our way.
A gift of cash towards our house, would really make our day.
However, if you prefer to purchase a gift, feel free to surprise us in your own way.
Soon you will hear our wedding bell,
as friends and family wish us well.
Our household thoughts are not brand new;
we have twice the things we need for two.
Since we have our share of dishes and bedding,
we’re having instead a wishing well wedding.
But more important we ask of you,
your prayers of love and blessings too!
To support us on our special day you may wish to follow with tradition and bring a gift. Or alternatively you may like to help us make our honeymoon a little more special. For this reason we have chosen a wedding wishing well. The wishing well will be at the reception where we can receive your best wishes and contribution.
