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Mom Giving Me Away

My father was not in my life when I was growing up. Now that I am older he is trying to establish a relationship with me, which is awkward. In the midst of all of this I am planning my wedding. I have every intention on my mom walking me down the aisle and giving me away but my fathers side of the family insists that he walks me down out of tradition. It doesn't feel right at all. I'm having some trouble defending my stance without coming off rude. I want all of my family there without any ill feelings.

I have chosen to allow my father to escort my grandmother down the aisle..but I really can't allow him to do much more than that.

Re: Mom Giving Me Away

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    When it reaches the point that you need to take a stance:

    (Insert Name) _______ You are entitled to your opinion; but this is my wedding and I am planning it to suit me.  If you choose not to attend, you will be missed"

    Some people will choose not to attend no matter what you do.  
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    I agree with you. That's a pretty good way to say it too. I'm tend to try and be a pple pleaser but I can't compromise on this
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    Stand your ground. I'm getting some harsh feelings because I won't let me step dad walk me down the isle. My father passed when I was 8 and my step dad has been in my life almost 20 years but a few years ago he attempted to cheat on my mom and even though she took him back and forgave him I haven't. The betrayal tore my family apart for 2 years where I placed middle man between my siblings and my mom. So my older brother is giving me away. He says it is going to say he will share but never give me away lol but stand your ground it may not be the popular opinion but it is your day
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