RSVP me by...

When I think of an invitation to something, especially something special, it seems so appropriate to receive it by RSVP, that special card to requires a response to confirm your participation. That signifies the importance of the event in the mind's eye of the host. It also places on the importance of your participation. You are obviously held in high esteem to be there to be a part of such an event. Hence...a special invitation with a time-line for response.
Many social functions shadow themselves as important activities for the requested participants, but with no RSVP request. Just a phone call or email. Most of these events seem to start informal with people choosing to arrive when they 'want to' or perhaps not showing up at all. They go about activities informally with anyone wanting to participate doing so, while others simply staying out of the way. Many cling to their own close circle they came with, hang out the way they hang out, getting what they want from it, eat what and when they want to, scope others around them and eventually leave, without even saying bye. Even the so called 'hosts' of the party many times do not have expectations nor set the tone and direct it accordingly. It's like most people just 'floating around' and 'hanging out' with no real construct or form to bring order.
I think we should bring back the 'special events' in our lives and set expectation of the event and participants. I think this brings a sense of respect to the event and will raise the event to a better level of enjoyment for all. If you were invited to a Royal event or something of equal status, you know you would recieve an RSVP. You also know you would BE THERE, on time, dressed to the '10's', and would act in an appropriate manner and socialize with everyone you could, and participate in everything you are asked to be invloved with- all the fun! So why would we not choose to do the same at our own events? We can choose to or choose not too. It's that simple. Maybe we do not want to display higher manners and act 'differently' than we do when our 'guard' is off. Isn't it time we start choosing the higher road of fun and activities in our own backyard than waiting for an RSVP from someone else? I bet you would be surprised to find the participants following your lead and enjoying it, right to the end! Lead...don't follow. Set the expectation. Now that's the kind of party I want to go to! So, if you decide to have a party coming up, don't be scared to RSVP me. I promise to answer it timely, and yes show up on time, dress to the 10's, and enjoy your event, your way, and maybe even have an intimate conversation with you! If I RSVP you to come to my event you now know what I expect. I of course will look forward to seeing you and enjoying your company, and you will be treated to a great time hosted by your's truly!
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