It's polite to RSVP. No, this is not NEW news. But whyyyyyyyyyyyyy are we not RSVPing, like we should, ladies???? Truly, it is rude to not RSVP in a timely manner. If you wait until the last minute, you're really saying, "I'm going to wait and if nothing better comes along, then I'll go." We cannot do this and think that we are being respectful. Here's the etiquette rule: When we receive an invitation to an event, we should make every effort to respond within three days and let the host know whether we can or cannot attend. This only requires us to look at our calendar and see if we already have an obligation. Once we confirm that we are going, WE MUST KEEP OUR COMMITMENT, unless of course an emergency comes up. If you've ever planned a party, then you know that is takes a lot of planning and usually, a good bit of MONEY. People have to make decisions about food, decorations, activities, etc. based on the number of people who are attending. Please don't make a host wait. Be polite and respond as soon as you can and then make sure you keep your commitment. That's what every lady strives to do!
