I welcomed my son’s fiancée, Ella, into our family because he loves her. But she’s crass, disrespectful, and nowhere near our standards. Her family? Even worse – totally embarrassing.
The wedding is a grand affair, and I want everyone to actually enjoy it. So, I sent Ella a quick email with three basic requests.
The very next day, she stormed in and screamed, “If you dare show up, there will be no wedding!” Can you believe that? All I did was share some sensible rules to keep things under control. Here’s what I said:
No Uncle Jim or Cousin Matt: Their history of inappropriate behavior makes them a threat to everyone’s enjoyment and safety. They simply can’t be trusted at an event like this.
Tight Guest List for Her Side: Only immediate family allowed. No random friends or distant relatives. We can’t have strangers turning the wedding into a circus.
Separate Seating: To prevent clashes, Ella’s family will sit far away from our family, especially at the reception. It’s for the best-less drama, fewer headaches.
Honestly, I was just being a protective mother, trying to make sure my son’s wedding didn’t become a laughingstock. Was I really out of line for setting these boundaries?
Source: nowiveseeneverything
