So, all the articles and "checklists" say that a registry should be one of the first things you do after getting engaged. But, how soon is too soon? We just got engaged a few weeks ago and the wedding is not until October 2012. When would be the right time to set up the registry? I was thinking of beginning one by the end of the year in case my family wanted to use it as a guide for christmas gifts instead of asking what I want as they usually do (or is that rude?)