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Mrs. CT asked in Society & CultureEtiquette · 1 decade ago

What is the best way or what do you do when?

you can't make it to a party or special event that requires a gift, I.e. Weddings, birthdays, etc.

My friends little girl is having her 1st B-DAy Party and I didn't get to go to the Baby Shower either, so I want to actually give her a gift instead of just sending a card with money or a gift card in it. What would be the most tasteful way of delivering a late gift? Should I deliver it myself on a later date (it will probably be a much later date!), send it with someone I know that is going, or something else? I have considered mailing it, but I like to make my gifts really "pretty" and I'm afraid it would not be delivered without being damaged or torn up!

Update:

Caitlain (hope I spelled that right)

Good thinking!

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
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    send it with someone that you know is goning. i think that would be most thoughtful.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    Definitely hand deliver, its all part of the gift giving process. I delivered my nephews present a week late. They live 40min drive away and I went over on a week night after work knowing I'd be home late.... the look on his face when he opened them made it all worthwhile and I felt somewhat redeemed for a) missing party b) bringing late gift. Enjoy :o)

  • 1 decade ago

    i would say hand deliver it even if it is late.. they will appreciate the thought and it will be fun for her because she will be getting a gift on a day when she hasn't received a bunch of other ones

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    Send it with someone you know that is going.

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  • 1 decade ago

    Hand delivered definately.....

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