First of all, let us say…woe is me! You have too many people that want to come and support you on your special day. It must be so hard being so loved. Okay, now that we’ve gotten our jealousy out of the way, let’s begin with some solutions. (Sorry about what we said before.)

1. Consider other cutbacks – Maybe you don’t have to trim your guest list. Maybe that ice sculpture of a swan spreading its wings and wrapping them around a heart that symbolizes your love for each other can go instead.
2. Category split – Split your guests into categories. Separate your immediate families from your extended relatives to your friends and their kids.  Consider all of your options and try cutting out people that way. Here’s a suggestion: Small children will not remember this day. Maybe they can stay at home. After all, most children don’t know what’s going on and will get bored after the first five minutes.
3. When have you last seen these people? – If they don’t know your fiancé, chances are, they don’t need to share in your special day. Think about childhood friends, extended family, co-workers, and so on.
4. No Kids – Enforce a “no kids” policy. This will cut down at least HALF of your guest list!

It’s pretty harsh, but kids don’t really need to be there. Unless they’re your kids or dear to your heart in a very special way, they should stay at home. They won’t remember, and you will be put at ease! Congratulations on your special day!