How to Sign Guest Books
Traditional guest books usually consist of a line for the guest to write his name, address and phone number. However, more modern guest books ask the guest to write a special message to the event planner, the bride and groom or the person being honored. Such messages may be a "good luck wish" for a wedding, a special memory to share or words of encouragement about the deceased at a funeral. Choosing what to write in a guest book can be challenging, depending on the situation. Speak from the heart, and your message will be memorable and meaningful.
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Instructions
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Look at the guest book immediately when you arrive at the event. This will give you a chance to see the format of the guest book and see how others have signed the book. If it is a traditional guest book, simply write your name and address and a few words such as "Good luck" or "My sympathy" (depending on the occasion). However, if the guest book asks for a lengthier message, take a moment to think before writing.
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Enter the event and begin to mingle. If you are at a wedding, the guest book is usually transferred to the reception so that guests can sign it there as well. If that is the case, you have plenty of time to think about your message. If you are at a funeral or wake, greet the family and mingle with other attendees. As you talk to others, think about the message. Gain inspiration from pictures and conversations.
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Find a private place where you can concentrate for a few moments, whether it be in your car, the coat room, or the bathroom stall. Right down a few thoughts on a pad of paper or write out your entire message word for word. This will give you a chance to make changes without making mistakes in the guest book.
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Revisit the guest book and write your message. Don't be intimidated by people standing in line behind you, and try to avoid conversations while you are writing, so as to prevent distractions and mistakes.
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Tips & Warnings
Avoid writing anything too personal in the guest book. Not only will the book be a keepsake, but it will be seen by other guests as well.
