Hello All,
My fiancée and I are in a bit of a quandary. We are to be married in 6 months and have already gotten plenty of prompting from friends and family to register. We have obliged, now, by going and registering at two different companies. However, with both sites, we have about 60 items listed at varied prices, most of which would be upgrading stuff we currently have. Besides nicer pots and pans, and some other misc cookware, we really have everything else we could need.
So the two of us started looking into other things. We decided that maybe camping gear would be a good thing to register for. Considering that the two of us both have lived on our own for so long, and have furnished homes, why not ask for things that are recreational in nature? So we added a tent, a lantern, and some smaller items that could be used outdoors. Really not much to fill out a registry like we had hoped.
With the thought of shared recreation it wasn't much of a jump to ask ourselves what other things we enjoy. Being a video game designer, I could not only have fun with some of the newer systems, but put them to a practical use. My fiancée and I both share a fascination with gaming, however when I suggested that we add some things to our registry, she felt it as inappropriate.
I certainly understand her concern. And for a Wedding Registry, normally I wouldn't consider adding something like that. However, we have all we need, so why not add things that we cannot afford, or seem to be just out of reach at times. My point is that with a varied price range of items, we are offering those who love us a realm of comfort and practicality to their gift selection for us (should they choose to give us anything). Neither of us are expecting anything, and almost wish that we didn't have to go through the process of registry.
So my question really is, What is appropriate to put on a registry? Considering that traditionally a Bride registered for items that she and her groom did not have and would need in the new home, it almost feels like we are taking advantage. Yet, I do know and understand that the gift experience isn't just about us receiving, its really about people sharing in their love for us.
Any help?
Thanks...