My daughter is graduating from 8th grade in 3 weeks. Her father's and my family live 150 miles away. There will be a ceremony at school and a barbecue at home. Is it ok to send invitations to her aunts and uncles since we live so far away
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This is something that we have dealt with in the past. Many of my relatives live 3 hours away and we have discussed this openly. We would love to be there for their special events and they would like to be here for ours, however we all understand that adding a 6 hour drive would not always be possible. So we have come to the conclusion that we always let each other know mostly via email, sometimes cards - about special events, but noone is "expected" to be there. We usually send cards to the person with the special event to let them know that we are thinking of them. It helps us to stay in touch. I know that I would be hurt if we weren't informed of their special day. So, I would at least let your relatives know and let them decide, and next chance you get, have a discussion about future events like this.
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While this is not really one of the premier graduation moments, unlike High School or College... I think I would let them know. If you normally chat with them by computer or phone, you could share and add during one of those chats that you understand they may not be able to attend, and that their good wishes and prayers are really all the gift required. I don't know that I would send a formal invitation for it. (It can sort of look like gold digging to some people.) When I graduated from High School I remember sending announcements to my mother's side, who lived in NC, while we were in CA! I didn't expect attendance or presents, but I loved those people and I was proud to let them know that I'd managed to graduate a year early and was going right into college. Some sent money, some just sent congratulations...they were happy for me and that was what I wanted most of all!
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Not to sound rude but its only 8th grade. Its an important step to her but I dont think I would appreciate an invite for every small event. You are throwing a party so you can mention it to them but It seems like you're begging for a gift. Kindergaten yes, High School yes, College Yes.
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