Should I host my own 50th anniversary?

[mrsstats]

DH and I have no children. I am debating hosting our own 50th anniversary party which would just include my siblings and spouses and our nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. And just a few really close friends. A total of about 30 if they can all come from out of town.

Not sure if this is the right thing to do. My sister tells me not to bother, just go away.

 

[cabanafrau]

If you would like a party, host a party. It's not required. A trip would be fantastic as well if that's what you want.

Congratulations.

 

[smiths02]

I don't see anything wrong with hosting a 50th Anniversary Party yourself. I mean many people host their own wedding, right? As long as it is what you and your spouse want. If you don't want a party, then don't do it to please anyone else.

 

[Mermaid02]

Celebrate however you want to- if that means throwing yourselves a big party, do it! If it means going on a fabulous vacation- do it! Congratulations on 50 years!

 

[lynxstch]

After 50 years, you deserve to do whatever you want! Throw a party, take a trip, go out with friends for dinner. Congratulations!

 

[lorimay]

HAPPY 50Th!!!!! Do whatever your heart desires......

 

[tvguy]

Of course. And let us know how it goes. I have another 14 years until my 50th.

 

[mom to minnie&mickey]

Absolutely, go right ahead if that is what you and dh want. What better way to celebrate your " golden one" than with your loved ones. I don't know why you may feel it is inappropriate as people host parties all the time. Perhaps, if you so wish, you could specify "no gifts" if that would make you feel better. That is what we did for my parents' 50th. We wanted the people we cared about to celebrate with my parents, not more "stuff."
Congratulations!

 

[nkereina]

I agree - nothing wrong with that! Its a big milestone and should be celebrated!

 

[Cannot_Wait_4Disney]

DH and I have no children. I am debating hosting our own 50th anniversary party which would just include my siblings and spouses and our nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. And just a few really close friends. A total of about 30 if they can all come from out of town.

Not sure if this is the right thing to do. My sister tells me not to bother, just go away.

Why not? If you want to have a party have one. If you'd rather take a trip take one. If you'd rather have a party and take a trip, do that too.

 

[TiggerTrigger]

If you want a party...have a party!!! Sometimes I think people get odd about these because they think you'll be expecting gifts, when it's usually just the company of loved ones that most people want for their celebration.

 

[NHdisneylover]

If you want to have a party, by all means throw a party! Have fun and celebrate however you want to. If your sister doesn't like it, or doesn't want to attend your event, that's on her---don't let her spoil your fun.

 

[CarolAnn856]

Absolutely throw a party if you want!

 

[jerseygal]

CONGRATS on your special milestone! 50 years together is awesome! Celebrate the way that makes you and your husband HAPPY!

 

[soccerdad72]

I'm with the others - if you want a party, throw one.

 

[Marchand63]

Absolutely

Happy 50th

 

[indimom]

Celebrate the way you want to.... with the people you want to... this is your day, do it your way.

And CONGRATULATIONS!!!

 

[bethy]

Absolutely throw a party! I can't think of a better reason for one! Being married 50 years is a heck of a lot more of an achievement than just getting married!

I'm a bit old fashioned when it comes to etiquette and don't typically always say "do whatever makes you happy". And I honestly don't believe this would be any breach of etiquette if that it what you are worried about.

 

[kimblebee]

I say it’s fine..but COOOOME ON


How many people get ripped to shreds for asking if they can host their own baby shower? The ‘rules’ by these boards are ridiculous.

 

[soccerdad72]

I say it’s fine..but COOOOME ON


How many people get ripped to shreds for asking if they can host their own baby shower? The ‘rules’ by these boards are ridiculous.

I suppose if the OP was suggesting that they were expecting (or hoping for) presents at this party, the replies might be different.