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We are not all about money and not trying to make money at our wedding, but it's really tacky to show up empty-handed.I am sympathetic that his sister doesn't have any money, however, her not having money isn't anyone's fault but hers (she doesn't work, she is capable of working but chooses not to) ... it's proper etiquette to show up with something, even a $20 picture frame. It's tacky to come with absolutely nothing.
I am just annoyed with her b/c she demanded to be in my bridal party (after all I wanted was just my sister) but his sister threw a huge hissy fit so I had to ask her. Meanwhile now she is giving her kids adult meals & demanding to bring a guest we don't know from a hole in the wall ... she is also getting make-up & hair done with the bridal party (I had to ask all his sisters b/c I asked her b/c they got mad too) ... how do you have $$ for hair & make-up but nothing for us when we are bending over backwards for her demands.
It's also tacky to serve $160 meals and then ***** about how much money you are spending.
You don't invite people to a wedding to get presents. You invite them because you love them.
How will you feel about people who spend more than the cost of a fish plate on your gift? Will you think they have overspent?
Oh, right. I thought this air of entitlement rang familiar. OP is the one who wanted her fiance to tell his boss no to an extended, important business trip because she didn't want to be left alone to fend for herself at the age of 36. Ah, it all makes sense now. Dang, that thread was a hoot. She is also the poster who has trouble getting a new job and wants to get out of a traffic ticket. Thanks for the reminder.
Oh, right. I thought this air of entitlement rang familiar. OP is the one who wanted her fiance to tell his boss no to an extended, important business trip because she didn't want to be left alone to fend for herself at the age of 36. Ah, it all makes sense now. Dang, that thread was a hoot. She is also the poster who has trouble getting a new job and wants to get out of a traffic ticket. Thanks for the reminder.
There are 3 people who use this name so I have no clue what any of that is about and how it is relevant to any of this ...?
Well, too late now but you really should have seriously considered elopement. Did you know his family was this pushy before your engagement?
Lucky for you that they live far, far away or I would predict your divorce within 5-7 years. Now you just have to go along to get through the whole shebang but it sounds like any joy is completely lacking.
I have one adult child who has announced her wedding, which will be announced after the fact, will include parents and siblings only. She has heard about and been through way too many horror stories just like this and wants no part of it. I say hurray! Weddings have gotten completely out of hand.
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