My niece got engaged in October and I, of course, want to plan a bridal shower for her.  I realized that the guest list would consist of all our relatives ranging from age 87 (some of which are not from the U.S.)  to her youngest cousin who is five.  I will also be inviting her friends,  who are very artsy interesting and in their mid- twenties.

Well, in thinking about blending all these groups. I realized the new Bridal Shower Box of Questions would be great.  Thinking back to my own showers 20 years ago, we could have used this kind of conversation starter at each table to bring everyone together in a fun, engaging way.  I called my niece and she loved the idea!  In fact, she knew about the other boxes and was going to suggest we use one of them; she was very excited that we had one for bridal showers.  It felt pretty cool that my twenty seven year old graphic designer niece wanted to use the box!!!

When I think back to my bridal showers and baby showers,  there were always a mixture of people who knew each other, new friends, older relatives.  We struggled with the seating wondering how could we make this fun?  I know The Box of Questions would of been great.  Also, how wonderful for all your guests to get to know other people at such a special event, or discover new things about people they already know.   We all love games and finding a way to connect with each other at these special life events.  For all of you like me who are moving into the bridal shower or baby shower rounds again try this out .  We can share our stories of the beauty of good conversations and fun in this new stage in our lives.  I’ll let you know how it goes with my niece’s shower not happening for a few months but I have to start planning now!

Cece Feiler