FAQs
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Shelby’s Rules
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- Jekyll island is the birth place to thousands of sea turtle hatchlings every year. They are protected by what we like to call “Turtle Patrol” who drive up and down the beaches every night, looking for mama turtles coming to shore, and hatchlings on their way to the ocean. For those of you who don’t know, sea turtles lay their eggs at night, and the use of flashlights can confuse the turtles into thinking it is day time, and they will go back into the water. Because of this, you may NOT use flashlights on the beach after sunset. If you would like to go for a nighttime walk, we ask that you use red light instead. -this reunion is so special to me and my family, and we do our best (although have failed in the past) to not let alcohol ruin our good time together. The night of the ceremony we will have everyone at our dinner. The typical reunion goers, and the wedding guests. With that being said we have a big rule I expect all of our guests to follow. If you are too drunk for dinner, you may NOT go to dinner. You may stay at our house across the street, and someone else will bring you food. If you are debating if you are too drunk or not, you are too drunk. If I catch any inappropriate actions or drunken rambling to ANY of the family, especially the family elders, consider your plans for the rest of the evening wide open. Please wait until after dinner to go all out.
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Things to know
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- my family will be on the island from July 12 through July 19, all guests are welcome to join us for the whole week. We spend most of our days spending time together on the beach. We choose a designated meet up spot, in the most central location for all of our families, once we figure out where the family’s with the youngest children are staying. We hope to see you all there, soaking up some sunshine, and enjoying one of the several games we like to play (horseshoes, beach golf, spikeball) But, as to not disrupt the reunion for the rest of the family, we ask that outside of the wedding night, all extra guests do their own thing for dinner, as that is the time our family is all in one place, and it is a very special time for us that we only get once a year. We hope you understand. -Wednesday night is what we like to call “adults night”. This is the one night of the week that everyone does their own thing. Some do dinner at their house, others will go out for dinner, followed by a trip to the Pub on the island. Any of our guests who plan to be there for Wednesday night are welcome to join us in whatever plans we decide to do that night.
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When should I expect my invitation?
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If you received a save the date, consider yourself invited! Head on over to the RSVP page to let us know if you can make it!
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When should I RSVP by?
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We ask that all guests RSVP by May 5th so we have time to get a proper headcount for food. Any guests who do not RSVP, and still show up, must bring a sandwich for dinner, and be prepared to be publicly shammed (for real, it’s not cool).
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
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Parking will be limited so we ask guests to please carpool as much as possible, and if you may need a ride to the ceremony location please contact us in advance so we can get you on the list for our chauffeur (aka my brother and his truck).
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Can I bring a date?
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If you are allowed a plus one, it will be marked on the invitation. If you think we made a mistake, we probably didn’t but feel free to reach out to confirm.
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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?
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Please let us know of any food allergies you may have so we can accommodate. The only person I want dropping dead is my future husband when he sees me in my dress.
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Are kids welcome?
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Children that we have chosen to invite will be listed on the invitation. Those invited are welcome to join in all the festivities, however at 9pm will begin the official “after party”. At that point children are still welcome, but are subject to witness any shenanigans that may go on throughout the evening. Parental guidance advised.
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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?
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The ceremony will begin at 3. We ask guests arrive at LEAST 15 mins prior. If you arrive late, go ahead and turn that car around. We will see ya at the reception!
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Where is the reception?
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We are not having a traditional “reception”. Dinner will be held at my mom’s house, and the after party will be at our house across the street.
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Why Jekyll Island and Why a Monday?
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My (Shelby) family, also known as the Parrott family, flocks down to Jekyll island every July for our family reunion. Last year was our 60th family reunion where the local paper wrote an article about our family! The island has always had a very special place in our hearts. When clay and I decided we wanted something simple, and to just spend time with our closest friends and family, we thought Jekyll island would be the most perfect place! Driftwood beach is so naturally beautiful, we couldn’t think of a better spot to begin our journey as husband and wife. The reunion itself is a week long, Saturday to Saturday, so we decided to pick a weekday to do it to ensure everyone had time to get situated in their houses, and to allow an extra day to fall back on in case of bad weather. https://thebrunswicknews.com/news/local_news/column-perspective-the-parrott-family-reunion-celebrates-60-years-on-jekyll-and-shows-no-signs/article_a65f223a-42e7-11ef-9627-23b7a1323f90.html
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What if the weather is bad?
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Rain on the wedding day is good luck! Clay and I have discussed our plan of action if we experience bad weather, and decided that we will only push the wedding back if there is severe thunder, lightening, or dangerous conditions. If it is only raining, bring an umbrella or embrace it with the rest of us!
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What side should I sit on?
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For the ceremony, since it will be short, we will not be providing chairs. Any guests whom may be elderly, or have difficulty standing in the heat, or who would just like to be more comfortable, are more than welcome to bring your own chairs. We just ask that you set the chairs off to the side to ensure nobody blocks our path down the aisle. For the reception, as we have already mentioned, it will not be a traditional reception with assigned seating. Dinner will be served at mama Kelly’s house, and guests may eat at that house, or across the street at ours. There will also be plenty of truck beds to sit and enjoy some good southern cookin!