When someone gets married, they should only be surrounded by the people who make them happy, and that should be a non-negotiable rule – If one does not make you feel good, one is not invited to your wedding. Even if that means that certain family members are going to be excluded from your wedding day, I believe it is a small sacrifice to make for your special day. That being said, if you do end up uninviting people from your wedding, you cannot expect them to buy you a wedding gift. No invite –…

Your priorities should always be centered around your family. Is there, however, a time in your life when you can prioritize yourself without experiencing guilt or anxiety? The story below is an account of a frustrated bride. The original poster (OP) is planning a child-free wedding. Put another way, children are not invited, no matter how close they are to the bride or groom. By now, it should be evident that this received a lot of feedback. Among them were some of OP's family members; her sis…

Weddings ought to be joyous occasions designed to toast the happy couple as they take their first steps toward a shared future. But what would you do if the wedding was at best a passable affair and you were forced to suffer for hours on end? The story that follows is from a displeased wedding guest. The original poster (OP) decided to share his opinions and unhappiness on Reddit after recently attending a wedding. The wedding was poorly planned, and the needs of the guests—many of whom had com…

In the family, favoritism is hardly unheard of. In most families, there is always a child who is closer to the parents than the others. Having said that, it is the responsibility of parents to ensure that each child feels valued and cherished. The story below tells the story of the frustrated daughter. The original poster (OP) married the love of her life in a magical ceremony that was witnessed by the people she holds dear. However, things rapidly became dire when pictures from the big day sta…

Your priorities should center around your family. On the big day, though, the bride and groom are the couple that matter the most, therefore everyone involved should make a concerted effort to make sure that their vision is realized. What follows is the story of a disgruntled son. The original poster (OP) is expected to marry his true love in the coming months. OP discovered that his father had planned to deliver a speech prior to the nuptials. However, OP declined the invitation to speak at th…

When you attend a wedding, it's pretty standard to assume there will be an open bar. It's totally okay if the bride and groom decide to have a dry wedding for reasons of their choosing, but again, typically, there's an open bar. As a bride myself, that's very limiting, considering how expensive open bars are. At my venue, the alcohol is taking up most of the cost. Which is why it's understandable that some couples choose to forgo the bar altogether. Well, this couple had an… interesting choice…

When you do eventually tie the knot, you not only marry the man but also his entire family. That being said, how would you respond if your future mother-in-law tried to interfere in your marriage by deciding whether or not you should adopt your spouse's last name? The story below is an account of a frustrated bride. Recently, the original poster (OP) and her now-fiancé announced their engagement. Things were going great at first, but as soon as the future mother-in-law got involved, things quic…

Don't mess with these brides

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Why have a big white wedding when you can just photoshop it!

Future Mrs.

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The cornerstone of a marriage is unity. Together with your partner, you can overcome any challenge that comes your way because you present a unified front. Having said that, how would you react if your partner continuously ranked someone else higher than you? The story that follows is an account of a frustrated fiancé. For six years, the original poster was in a relationship with her now-fiancé. From the beginning of their relationship, OP sensed that her fiancée’s best friend did not think hig…

Plan a wedding, plan a honeymoon, but don't plan who you'll be inviting, because your parents will do that for you. Parents will make your wedding all about them. The proof is in the pudding… This woman had planned a small, affordable wedding at an all inclusive resort with flights included for guests. Her and her husband prioritized affordability, choosing a venue with cheap flights and offering financial help to guests who needed it. They could do this because they only had 50 guests, and the…

The months leading up to the wedding can be stressful and taxing. Therefore, even if it defies convention, some decide to elope or, in the opposite case, organize a last-minute wedding ceremony attended only by their closest friends and family members. The story below is an account of a confused friend. The original poster (OP) talks about how he went to the ‘costume party’ and found out that it was, in fact, a wedding ceremony. As soon as OP learned what was happening, he ran to the groom and…

With the high prices in the wedding industry coupled with today's inflation, a lot of couples are moving towards the route of having nontraditional weddings to save on costs. This bride was generously gifted $50,000 by her parents to throw a big wedding with her fiance. For $50,000, that's a pretty big wedding you can plan. Well, the couple decided to elope instead and use the money for a downpayment on a house. Which many commenters say is a really smart decision, as a home is an investment th…