Bringing BM to look at reception hall with Parents

snoprochick622

Is this a bad idea? When I showed my parents the guest list my mom said she didn't know half the people on there or any of the wedding party, so in order to remedy that I asked one of my BM's who is also one of my best friends to come look at the reception venue, but something in the back of my mind is saying that I made a mistake by doing this, Any advice?

Viczaesar

I don't understand the question.  What does  your parents not knowing half the people on the guest list have to do with looking at a reception hall?  Why would that need to be remedied by asking one of your BMs to look at the venue?  Why would that be a mistake?

2012FutureMrsB

I'm gathering that the OP invited the BM so her parents could meet the BM and feel a little more "connected" to the WP. That's just my guess.

If that's the case, I don't think it was a mistake, as long as the BM is not going to jump in and tell your parents what they should do. That could actually backfire, lol.

It might have been better to just go out to dinner with WP and your parents or something, but I don't think it's that big of a deal. Why do your parents even care if they don't know some of the guests? They're not the ones getting married, so it seems kinda obvious to me that they're not going to know everyone. IDK why it's even an issue for them.

MairePoppy

/If your parents are paying for the reception, they might feel a little awkward discussing the budget and prices in front of a total stranger. If your friend is opinionated, your parents might feel annoyed by that. Or maybe they will be happy to meet your friend. Ask your parents if they think it's a good idea.