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Third, she will save herself a lot of lies and embarrassment. Guests to the wedding are likely to become guests in the new couple's home in the future. And whether they admit it or not, they'll likely look around for their gift. Won't she feel silly trying to explain where she put that lovely candleholder made from glazed-on crushed potato chips, or the cuckoo clock with the little man who comes out and plays "God Save the Queen" on his harmonica.

In other words, if she doesn't have one, drive her to a store well in advance of her party and don't let her leave until she's registered.


The Taming of the Shrew

First, although, of course, you always are, be polite to everyone who is helping you, whether they are being paid or not. As the tensions mount, and particularly if this is the first event you've handled, you might become a shrew. I used to become a shrew in the few hours before an event. I would just go nuts when someone called at the last minute to say they couldn't do or bring or that I had never ordered something, or something. So chill out, sister! Plan for a little bit of insanity, a touch of imperfection, and trust your own organizational skills.

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