I have received many from people and I appreciate it. I give cards to those close to me when I see them, but currently I live alone. I have been with my gf for over 2 years but we live seperately so we dont send out xmas cards as a couple. Should I send cards out just from me? Is it acceptable if I dont? Im not sure how people take it. Thanks :)
2006-12-21 17:51:35 · 11 answers · asked by melvinbenjamin 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
I think very few people will make a point to notice that they DIDN'T get a card from you this year. If they sent out a card and asked you a specific question then it would be nice for you to write them back. Otherwise not sending a card is your choice. And it is just fine for you to send them by yourself, if you choose to do so.
Maybe you could write them a letter when you have more time and say something like, "Thanks for the Christmas card. I'm glad we keep in touch." and then tell them about how you are doing.
2006-12-21 18:02:24 · answer #1 · answered by drshorty 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You can send out cards in just your name since you are not living together. As far as it being acceptable not to send out cards, I can only tell you that there have been a couple of Christmas' that I did not send them out....either due to financial problems or just depression, but whatever it was, my friends and family never stopped sending them to me and they never took it to heart, when I saw them, I apologized for not sending out cards this particular year because I was really not able to, but thanked them for theirs....it's not always that you are able to do it...so don't stress, those who know you, know that when you do send them cards, it is from the heart and not just an obligation....My opinion....I may be wrong but I only do something if it comes from the heart, not out of obligation....Merry Christmas
2006-12-22 03:48:12 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it's perfectly fine to send out cards just from you. Moreover, not giving any holiday cards and just thanking the people who sent you the cards are also acceptable. It shows you care and appreciate the greetings.
2006-12-22 02:05:12 · answer #3 · answered by sansa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why wouldn't it be acceptable to send out Christmas cards? It's a bit late now, but in general: send them just from you if you like, but if it's to people who are friends to you both, you can ask if she'd like to send a card with you.
2006-12-22 03:10:15 · answer #4 · answered by EQ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It shouldn't be a problem just signing your name on the card since you two aren't living together. Most couples sign as a couple when they live together. My friend & her bf only recently moved in & started signing their cards together but prior to that his was his and hers was hers.
In my opinion it's ok to send your Christmas cards just from you.
Merry Christmas!
2006-12-22 01:56:38 · answer #5 · answered by ♥Me-Just Me♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do whatever ur gf & u think is best to do, don't care about what other people would think.
Merry Christmas!
2006-12-22 02:06:16 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
E-mail cards? Only 3 snail mail because I won't see them in person.
2006-12-22 01:54:17 · answer #7 · answered by NoPoaching 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since you are not living together, you should just sign your name.
2006-12-22 02:06:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you were engaged it would be proper to include her, but if you're just dating I think it would be appropriate to send your own cards.
2006-12-22 01:59:47 · answer #9 · answered by Honesty given here! 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
i think it would be better if u just write ur name...but if u wrote it w/ ur gf,it would probably make sense 2 sign both of ur names.
2006-12-22 02:49:12 · answer #10 · answered by explicitnights 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋