Beginning to put together an anniversary celebration for a couple at church.
59th!!

They don't need anything in the way of gifts, but card and monetary gifts would bless them.

Is it proper etiquette to put the words "Money Tree" on the invitations?

(I personally, never like seeing that on my invitations, but do want to help others along, with the idea.)

What do you think?

Also, do you have any experience with older couples' anniversary parties?

IE., anything special, cute or funny, we could implement during the celebration.

I've seen "The only gift requested is the gift of your presence" or something like that.

I don't know about the money thing - it depends on the couple, too. Some people of that generation are VERY sensitive about feeling like they're getting a handout. A money tree may be hard for THEM to take.

I've been going thru all the mementos from my Grandparents' 50th. A few nice touches: they got a letter from someone who remembered their courtship. The same violinist played (her last performance!) who had played their wedding. I think they used the same knife to cut the cake that they had used at their 25th - maybe it was also the one from their wedding? Anyway, it just went to my sister for her wedding : ) Lots of cards from near and far. I believe their maid of honor served punch at the anniversary. Each of us kids had some special serving role, too (I was 8 - I think I passed out mints or something like that)

If there's anyone you could contact who remembers their courtship, early years, etc, and ask them to provide memories (and even pics, if possible) that would be great. I know after 59 years, there may not be many to ask, but it's worth a try.

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