I find myself going to a wedding this weekend where I will know *nobody* except the couple. There’s lots of downtime in the schedule for mingling/drinks etc. Any tips for navigating this optimally?
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If you don’t find the other guests conducive, I guess you could always take an audio book and just pretend to be taking a very important phone call from someone in desperate need of assistance.
(I’m currently enjoying Simon Russel Beale reading the new Smiley novel while travelling).
You can probably tell from this response that I very much sympathise with your dilemma. I never enjoy large unfamiliar crowds that much - unless you get a good introduction.
You’re such an interesting person, I’d be delighted if you came over with a smile and introduced yourself and I could ask about being a journalist and my favourite carols!
1. Ask the couple if there are any guests you could introduce yourself to easily (eg because you have something in common with them, or because they too might be there on their own).
2. Take a racy book to read to invite conversation (or to have something racy to read).
That's tough: I remember going to many, many weddings alone... I really hope they have been thoughtful in the seating plan and put you with some interesting people. Fingers crossed it isn't a really long do.
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(Although I guess it’s getting a bit cold at this time of year to go for a walk if you get bored during the downtime).
(I’m currently enjoying Simon Russel Beale reading the new Smiley novel while travelling).
2. Take a racy book to read to invite conversation (or to have something racy to read).