My 2 DCs will be turning 3 and 1, and we're having a joint party for them and inviting a number of people. I am thinking of asking people not to bring presents for the following reasons:
- I don't want the guests to think they have to buy 2 presents
- The DCs already have a lot of toys
- I've been to some kids' parties recently where I've found the gift-opening part of the party almost grotesque in terms of the children getting into a materialistic grabby frenzy
We don't want anything else instead, so won't be asking for cash or anything like that. And of course if someone does still bring something they will be thanked and not made to feel bad about it.
IABU? If you got this request, would you think the sender is:
- Weird?
- Brave?
- Silly?
- Mean?
- All of the above?
And if IANBU, what's a nice way to say that on the invite without resorting to a cheesy 'your presence is a present' type line?