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Mrs. Bunny, Columbus Age and Occupation: 24, Associate Editor/Reporter Fiance's Age and Occupation: 27, Reporter Engagement Date: September 23, 2008 Wedding Date: July 2009 Venue: Everal Barn, Westerville About Me: Organized, but messy. I love art (all kinds). I don't have any secrets. I talk a lot and listen even more. I show love by baking. I'm timid by nature, but brave when it counts. Mr. Bunny and I work at competing weekly newspapers, which makes it a little interesting trying to describe our work joys and frustrations without giving away too much before the paper comes out. In spite of that little hurdle, we've managed to build a pretty solid relationship in the short one-and-a-half years we will have been together when we tie the knot. I can't wait!
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When It Comes, I Wanna Wail…

June 12th, 2009 @ 3:13 pm by Mrs. Bunny

MAIL!!!!!

(I’m all about Blue’s Clues, people. I used to work at a daycare.)

I love getting mail. Most of my bills are delivered via e-mail, so I’m always excited to find something when I open my mailbox. It’s usually something good — either coupons, a package I ordered, or something special from a friend. Paper+ink+stamps = happiness, in my book.

Lately, every time I go home to my parents’, I have at least one or two postcards waiting for me. I always take time to read them thoroughly before updating the guest list and filing them away for safe-keeping.

I was a little wary at first of leaving the backs of our vintage postcard RSVPs blank, but it hasn’t caused much trouble. Everyone has been good about signing their name and being very clear about how many people will attend.

Unfortunately, in one case, they were a little too straightforward.

I got one postcard back that just said a last name and “6″.

Realizing they must be Mr. B’s friends or family, I casually asked who they were and whether they had young children. He was outraged when he learned they had RSVPed for six when we only invited two middle aged friends of his parents. Turns out they were planning on bringing their son, his wife and their two grandchildren along with them. I hope they’re not too upset when they learn that’s not the case, but it was sort of rude of them to assume that they could bring extra people. Who does that, anyway?

So far the postcards have led to some great responses from our guests. Check it out!

On the left is the postcard we sent, and on the right is the response, transcribed below for your convenience.

1

My Aunt Susan, who hooked me up with the art student that designed our monogram, sent back this nice note:

“Dear Lisa, What a delightful wedding invitation! Inventive, fun, charming. I really regret that we won’t be able to come. Our love and blessings to you and Lin. Aunt Susan.”

2

My dad’s Uncle Jim, who lives in Littleton, CO, comes to every family event. His daughter and I have the same full name.

“Irmy and Jim A. will attend. Thanks for the invitation! We have two Lisa Marie A.’s until the wedding. God’s blessing, Jim A. thanks for the columbine postcard!”

3

My sister/MOH, who spent hours pouring through postcards in a California antique shop, sent this gem. I picked this card for her because she loves the ocean.

“Lisa + Lin, Even wild storms and raging sea couldn’t keep us away! All our love, Tricia and Michael”

4

This might be my favorite. The card depicts a scene set in the Irish countryside and was hand-delivered to me at work last week.

“Things here in Ireland are green and drunken. We saw a leprechaun yesterday, but he got away so no gold. If we catch him again, he’ll be your wedding present, as we will happily attend your wedding July X. Happy RSVPing! Garth and Jenn”

Mama Bunny told me yesterday that I have another postcard waiting for me at her house tonight. I can’t wait to find out who else is coming!

What was your favorite RSVP response?

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22 Responses to “When It Comes, I Wanna Wail…”

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eva

those are awesome! I would love to read responses like that. I get nice compliments on my design. Other than that just yeah’s and can’t waits.

 
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Gilneas
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Gilneas (message)  1,029 posts, Bumble bee

I’m amazed at what a great response you’ve elicited from your guests - I’m too much of a control freak to let people be as free with their rsvps, but what a wonderful and beautiful collection you’ll have for the wedding!

 
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Mrs. Champagne (message)  1,068 posts, Bumble bee

I remember reading pengy’s post about her RSVP and I laughed so hard..
http://www.weddingbee.com/2008/04/11/my-name-doesnt-start-with-m/#more-50506

too funny.. your postcards were beautiful!

 
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rhodeygirl

aww thanks for sharing! and what a creative way to have your guests rsvp!!!

we had a bunch of people rsvp for more than invited and we are just letting them all come :(

enjoy reading the rest of your rsvps!

 
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lreighard1
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lreighard1 (message)  643 posts, Busy bee

Unfort (as I suspected) none of guests have wrote us fun notes :( I love your postcards, they are glorious. I’m so bummed for you your aunt can’t come!!

 
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Mojito
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Mojito (message)  272 posts, Helper bee

We’re not as far along in our process as you Bunnies, but I do LOVE getting mail!

 
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Miss Mouse (message)  3,301 posts, Sugar bee

Lovely! These are going to make such amazing keepsakes!

 
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lk

LOVE IT!! so cute and thoughtful

 
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TheMapChick
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TheMapChick (message)  119 posts, Blushing bee

Your postcard idea was fabulous and I’m glad it is soliciting some creative responses for you, what a wonderful side effect!

I didn’t have a lot of invites to send but on at least half of the RSVP cards returned the word “happy” in “We are happy to join you” was crossed out and replaced with more emphatic synonyms like “elated”, “ecstatic” and “very proud”. I look through them every day because it makes me smile!

 
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Bridebella
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Bridebella (message)  349 posts, Helper bee

What a great idea…so much more fun to read a postcard message than a reply card with just a name and number!

 
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Miss Stiletto (message)  759 posts, Busy bee

Too cute, bunny! I’m digging this idea ;)

 
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Soon2BeeMrsLewis
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Soon2BeeMrsLewis (message)  507 posts, Busy bee

how fun. i just don’t trust people with knowing how to rsvp for themselves. i am leaving half of the space for a message though! :)

 
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Miss French Bulldog
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Miss French Bulldog (message)  6,063 posts, Bee Keeper

I love it! I hope our guest write us fun notes… although I don’t think they will b/c we really didn’t leave them any room to :(

 
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LatteLove
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LatteLove (message)  4,094 posts, Honey bee

so cute! and I love the blues clues reference.

 
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mrspaetz
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mrspaetz (message)  1,707 posts, Bumble bee

we did google forms RSVPs and got lots of hilarious responses too! :)

 
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ejs4y8
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ejs4y8 (message)  6,922 posts, Bee Keeper

What an amazing idea! I just love it

 
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ms boardwalk (message)  349 posts, Helper bee

oh my gosh, i love your postcard idea!! too bad it’s too late for me to do that as an rsvp.

 
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bellenga
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bellenga (message)  4,611 posts, Honey bee

You could make an amazing scrapbook with all these great rsvp postcards!

What an awesome idea!!! Love it.

One question..What WILL you do with that leprechaun??? LOL!

 
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lethie
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lethie (message)  230 posts, Helper bee

I have regular rsvp cards. But surprisingly there have been some guest who have wrote messages to us. It is so exciting to come home from work and see little purple envelopes in my mailbox. I love your post cards. Happy reading!

 
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WorstTwinEver15
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WorstTwinEver15 (message)  758 posts, Busy bee

Such a great idea, love this!

 
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Miss_Carmel
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Miss_Carmel (message)  317 posts, Helper bee

I absolutely love this idea! And I think it’s really awesome that some people are taking the postcard idea so literally and sending you love from far off locales. Very inventive and memorable! What a great start to interaction with your guests, I can’t wait to hear (see) more.

 
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kbp81 (message)  25 posts, Newbee

We sent Mad Lib RSVP cards.. we have a couple of favorites, including my sister/MOH’s:

Yummy!
Mike & Bonnie scrumptiously will be attending Mike & Karen’s delicious wedding, and will likely frost the cupcake on the big day! We wish Mike and Karen lots of sprinkles as they eat their tasty life together. Furthermore, we love you like a fat kid loves cake!

(The Mad Libs were long, but my wonderful fiance designed them, and most people are filling them all out, so it’s awesome! I’m not complaining)

and my cousins,

Holy Sh*t!
Paul & Sharlene quickly will be attending Mike & Karen’s porous wedding, and will likely spill the worm on the big day! We wish Mike and Karen lots of democracy as they swallow their furry life together. Furthermore, the 2 secrets of a happy marriage are a good sense of humor and a short memory!

We enjoy the ones that are filled out with the typical responses (Will GLADLY attend Mike and Karen’s BEAUTIFUL wedding, etc.), but we’re absolutely loving some of the creativity, and the people who fill them out true Mad-lib style! :) Definitely one of the best decisions we made on this journey!

 


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