We have been planning the garden party for two months, 30+ people invited for this Saturday. Now with the news on TV about Queen's health we are unsure whether we should cancel it, and what to do if the sad news happens tomorrow or Saturday.
Would you find it appropriate to come to the big party in case of the Queen dies on the day?
YANBU - proceed with the event as planned.
AIBU - cancel the party, it will be inappropriate and awkward
AIBU?
To have a party this weekend even if the Queen dies
HmAndAh · 08/09/2022 15:32
Am I being unreasonable?
1530 votes. Final results.
POLLSpidey66 · 08/09/2022 16:00
I read the title amd thought you'd throw a party this weekend if she did died, not that that it was already planned!
I'd go ahead tbh, but I'm no royalist, and the death of a 96 year old woman who I don't know, have nothing in common with, and who I don't actually have more than the tiniest bit of respect for, wouldn't affect my plans.
DysonSphere · 08/09/2022 16:06
I'm going to disagree and say it will be in bad taste.
I can't quite articulate how I feel properly in words, but i would find it disrespectful as a guest and would likely decline. And I wouldn't want to hear my neighbours celebrating in their garden at a national period of mourning.
Even if you don't like the Queen I think it ultimately is about respect. And maybe a teenie amount of nationalism.
10HailMarys · 08/09/2022 15:33
Unless you are Prince Charles, I reckon you're fine to go ahead
Bramshott · 08/09/2022 16:06
Party at home - carry on
Party in a venue - you may find that the venue cancels
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JimmyShoo · 08/09/2022 16:16
When Diana died it felt like the country came to a standstill. Most events were cancelled and shops were shut. It felt a bit eerie.
10HailMarys · 08/09/2022 15:33
Unless you are Prince Charles, I reckon you're fine to go ahead
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Backtobacknow · 08/09/2022 16:13
Sorry but I think this is ridiculous! 96 year old woman dies, it happens and life continues.
I am glad to see that you are in the minority.
DysonSphere · 08/09/2022 16:06
I'm going to disagree and say it will be in bad taste.
I can't quite articulate how I feel properly in words, but i would find it disrespectful as a guest and would likely decline. And I wouldn't want to hear my neighbours celebrating in their garden at a national period of mourning.
Even if you don't like the Queen I think it ultimately is about respect. And maybe a teenie amount of nationalism.
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