‘Tis the season to be jolly, fa la la la la, la la, la la…
What would make me really jolly at this time of the year and what I’d really like in MY Christmas stocking, is for people to respond to emails and invitations promptly (I’d even be happy with ANY reply albeit three weeks late/r…)
I’ve been trying to fathom why people simply don’t hit the “reply” button and send a one liner (a simple “No thanks” or “Yes please” or “Can’t do”), and I’m not talking about replies to bulk mails and newsletters. I’m talking about specific emails and invitations sent to specific people for a specific reason.
Now I suspect some people don’t RSVP right away, as they may be waiting to see if a better offer arises, but I think it is just rude to not reply to your host/hostess by the RSVP date (even earlier than the RSVP deadline would be super polite, efficient and worthy of some brownie points).
My pet hate is when parents don’t reply to party invites, and the school won’t give you the parents’ details to follow up, as that info in “confidential”. So what to do – cater for 20 and hope for the best? Seriously!
Perhaps this just irritates me and nobody else? After all, my entire business revolves around communication via email. I’d love to get your feedback on this – editor@mumsmail.com.
Have a safe and happy festive season, and I hope all your guests RSVP (and arrive) for your Christmas lunch!
Alice xxx