Potential Engagement Party Disaster
March 23rd, 2007 @ 6:33 pm by Mrs. Strawberry
Question. So… if an engagement party is being thrown in your honor, it’s probably rude not to show up, right? I mean people will probably notice. Right? Yeah… I have a major problem.
My engagement party has been planned for months now. About 50 people have been sent invites, we rented out a small bar and I even have a new dress. Oh, it’s also next Saturday night.
My problem is this: I start my new part-time *dream* job at a radio station that Saturday. I have to be on-air during my party. Hilarious joke.
Best case scenario? I talk to my boss and push back my start date. Worst case? I show up hours past the party start time. Oh, Universe. I just love it when you mess with me! 
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8 Responses to “Potential Engagement Party Disaster”
oooh that is quite the dilemma. hopefully everyone is understanding and things work out! what exactly will you be doing on-air?
If you can’t show up till hours late, those gals better all be tuning in to your radio show! Man that is a sucky situation, I will keep my fingers crossed for you that you can push back your start date. I take it there’s no chance of changing the date of the party?
maybe at the e-party they could tune in while you’re on air and then you can show up after you’re done! 
i’m sure they would all understand especially since this is a job you’ve wanted! i know i would understand and they could either show up a little later or have a listening pre-party good luck!
I think it’s okay for me to say that she’ll be on Movin’ 92.5 in Seattle, Saturday’s and Sunday’s from 3-7. Very fun station!
i’m sure your boss will understand your dilemma.
Hmmm, career vs. marriage/personal life…
I think Ms Poppy has the best solution! If you’re on from 3-7, there’s still plenty of partying to be done later. I think it would be awesome for the e-party to listen to you on the air, and you meet up with them later!
(Maybe send an email to that effect so people won’t stress if they show up late.)
If you tell your new employer that you were JUST let in on the secret long-planned surprise party because your family learned of the time conflict, maybe you will be allowed to change the shift? Employers seem to be pretty respectful of wedding obligations. Transparency would be a good way to get off on the right foot.
If this is a new job — Did you already commit to working that shift? Or could you accept the job with a commitment to start the following week?
Mrs. Strawberry, Seattle
Age and Occupation: 25, Radio DJ, Advertising Sales, Day of Wedding Coordinator
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 26, Engineer
Engagement Date: 07/04/2006
Wedding Date: September 1, 2007
Venue: Lake Union Cafe, Seattle
About Me: I'm a Navy brat that has lived all over the world. I love reality shows that are in poor taste, going to new restaurants, and trying to be crafty. Emphasis on trying!
Well congratulations on your new job! I am excited for you, but you do have a dilemma don’t you? Well, tell me where I can hear you, here in Seattle.