Sending out Wedding Invitations – a checklist

You’ve made things-to-do lists and shopping lists and other lists. But none are more critical than the list of people you intend inviting to your wedding. It’s the most important day of your life, and you need to make sure those close to you are there to celebrate it with you.

So here’s one way to go about making that list. It’s not unique, just a way of getting the job done in an organized manner.

Educational institutions: Start from kindergarten, and go all the way till your last day at school. Look through your yearbooks and make a list of friends and teachers you may want there.

The workplace: Think of all those you have worked with at the companies you have been employed at. If you’ve travelled on work, there may be friendships you’ve made en route. Also remember to add to your list those you’ve befriended at conventions, conferences and other office gatherings.

Clubs, teams, hobby groups: Have you been a part of a local football team? Or a dramatics society? Maybe a philately group? All places where friendships are formed, and you might find a few more additions to your list of invitees here.

The neighborhood: Those who live next door, down the street, a block away, members of the local church congregation, etc. All strong contenders to make it to your list.

The www: When you’re done with the real world, visit its virtual counterpart. Check friends’ lists on social networking sites you are a member of, and your email address books as well. Chances are you’ll find a few good friends you’re in touch with online, who you’d like to invite to your wedding.

Friends of family: Ask Dad and Mom. Ask your siblings. They will have friends they’d like to have at your wedding. Remember it’s a very special day in their lives as well.

Done? Now run through the list once again and make changes if needed. And to be doubly sure, do it again in a week’s time.