What is everyone doing for table assignments? I mean as far as the table "numbering". Are you just using numbers? Or are you using song titles, places you've visited, etc.
I was thinking of honoring deceased loved ones. For example, my mother's initials were BSP. So, a table would be the BSP table and maybe have a picture of her on the table.
I was wondering...is this too morbid? I'm kind of thinking it is.
I guess if I have to ask, I already know the answer, but I was looking for some feedback and ideas.
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Re: Table assignments for reception
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We also didn't do table numbers and did table names. We named the tables after places we've been together. The escort cards were post cards from the destination the table was named after. So if you were sitting at Table Cancun, your escort card was a post card from Cancun. We also had a picture of us in the location the table was named after at the table. Pictures in my married bio of how it turned out. The guests loved the creativeness behind it and seeing where we've traveled.
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Number the tables 1 through 10 (or more, whatever you need) Put pictures of you and FI at those ages. Example: Table 1 has a picture of you at age one, and FI at age one. And so on.
Number the tables according to special numbers for you and FI. Number of days you've been together, date you went on first date, numerical part of your address, etc.
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I come from a huge family that has lost a lot of loved ones. We don't view death as morbid, but are mostly grateful that we had those people in our lives.
I don't think they would be disturbed by this. However, I do think it would take their minds to place I would rather them not be on that day.
I don't want to shoot down your idea, because I completely understand your reasoning. I just think you should find a way to honor these loved ones that will be more comfortable for your guests.
I plan on doing a seperate table with pictures for loved ones who have passed.
I absolutely love the chair for Dad that the previous poster spoke of.
I think it is a little creepy, but it's your day!! My FI's father passed when he was young so we are having a special table with a framed picture of him and nice candles etc. My FI really liked this idea, like he is there for the day and not forgotten.....
My wedding is Irish themed to I did the names of different cities/counties in Ireland
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(I just REALLY like that saying. It kinda addresses how all of us will be there because two people met and fell in love.)
For example, if your mother really liked a special flower--why not name your tables after flowers, making sure that her favorites are part of the order (roses, tulips, lilacs, etc.).
Good luck!
[QUOTE]Instead of using initials, you might be able to name them after things they loved. For example, your mom's favorite song or musician, or a favorite author. To you they can represent your loved ones, but your guests won't have thoughts of deceased people during dinner.
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THIS! If your relatives all had favorite flowers, wouldn't it be fun to sit at the lavendar table? Plus, I think it could be a fun conversation starter...Or favorite songs :)
[QUOTE]Instead of using initials, you might be able to name them after things they loved. For example, your mom's favorite song or musician, or a favorite author. To you they can represent your loved ones, but your guests won't have thoughts of deceased people during dinner.
Posted by springlee[/QUOTE]
I think this is a nice balance. The best memorials at weddings, IMO, are the private ones.
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