African American Weddings

Participation in the Wedding - Your thoughts

So my great aunt is one of my favorite family members.  I wanted her to officiate but my grandmother would have two babies as she is very involved in her church and would think that she should be the person officiating.  How do I have my great-aunt do anything if I don't have anything planned for my grandmother.  It's not that I don't love my grandmother, it's just that she's a showboater and somewhat of a religious zealot.  She will turn anything into a long-winded story (that might not even be true) and then end it with a bunch of religious stuff that me and FI do not even believe (we are not her religion).  Do you guys have a suggestion about how to involve my great-aunt if my grandmother simply sits?  BTW, what's worse is that they are not sisters.  My great aunt is related to me *by marriage*.

Re: Participation in the Wedding - Your thoughts

  • edited December 2011
    could you have your great aunt be the officiate BUT have your grandmother do some type of reading a "hand ceremony" as part of your wedding?...that way your great aunt has a major part in your wedding and you're also giving your grandmother time to "shine"???
  • braxtongirlbraxtongirl member
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    edited December 2011
    I told my immediate family that they are just supposed to sit and enjoy it. They should not have to work. At the end of the day, they will have to do what you want them to do. I also agree with AlfDallas.
  • edited December 2011
    I agree with pps. Also, are you doing any readings? If so, myabel your aunt can do this.. And, let you know grandmother she is only suppose to enjoy the day that's it..
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