I was at a bridal shower this past weekend for family member. A mention of an engagement party was brought up for different family member (that I met once and 5 years ago on my husband's side) that I knew nothing about.
Later on that night, I get a friend request from said newly engaged couple and an immedite "invite" to the engagement party they are throwing themselves. Prior to receiving the request and the "formal" invite through FB, I said to my MIL that I would let her know.
When we got married almost a year ago, we HAD to send an invitation to this particular couple even though they were most likely not going to come and they didn't, nor did they rsvp, or sent a gift. Which I know gifts AREN"T madatory for any occation, BUT they are expecting gifts for their shindig (plus for you to bring food - what did I marry into lol j/k). They registered and have been keeping everybody updated with what they want on the FB invitation.
I considered going until I got bombarded with notifications of gifts. I don't want it to seem like tit for tat if I don't go and or not send a gift. I would've never gone empty handed. Would you be offended by this? Would still send a gift or not if you didn't go?
Thanks!