is it ok to have my fiance's dad gv me away at our wedding?
406731
Maybe instead of calling it "giving you away" you could say that he's escorting you into the family.\n\nI don't see a problem with it.
547183
Yes because you have already explained to her how you feel. Going is just supporting her....You can't choose who she marries. All you can do is be there for her when the going gets rough....My thought is she doesnt have any self esteem so just be there for her. That includes going to her wedding.
87800
I think that you and your fiance should do what ya'll are comfortable with.  This is not your parents wedding, it's yours.  And you (hopefully) only have one in your lifetime.  If ya'll both want a big wedding, then by all means, have a big wedding.  If ya'll want a small one, have a small one.  There are pros and cons to each.\n\nA large wedding, as you've found out, takes a lot of planning.  While it can be the event for people to remember, or a way to show off, it is oftentimes EXTREMELY stressing (which is the last thing you want on your wedding day!)  Large weddings are also very costly.  You should think of how you would use the money that you would save by having a smaller wedding, perhaps a down-payment on a house, new furniture, or put it into a retirement savings account.  It's never too soon to plan these things!  \n\nSmall weddings, while not exactly the party that'll go down in history, are oftentimes more intimate, and mean more to the people involved.  They are less stressful (for the most part), and can help shorten the engagement period.  They are also usually a lot less expensive than large weddings.\n\nMy advice would be to sit down with your fiance and plan the wedding of YA'LL's dreams, not your parents'.  This is an expression of ya'll's love towards each other.  It may also make your fiance uncomfortable if he/she believes that you will do what your parents ask, even if it's not what you want.
542408
Dude.\nIt's perfectly legal if the 2 of you are not blood relatives.\nSo your single parent happens to meet her single parent. No big deal. I'm sure it happens alot.\nHave a double wedding when your a few years older.
579553
You are not taking away your daughter from her dad..He can visit. It isn't healthy for you to stay if you don't love him. Ya can still be friends! good luck!!
315035
They are in your house and will just have to deal with who you are. I know you feel like it matters what they think, but if you're already married to the guy then he obviously doesn't care what his parents think. Be yourself, and just try to be nice to them. If they talk down to you, etc, get your husband to talk to them and explain that he doesn't appreciate them disrespecting you in your own home. Stand your ground!
665759
Remember, it's a DAY in your life....just a day.  It may be a "big" day, but it's just a day.  You should never let the wedding interfere with the relationship.  Have you asked your fiance to get involved with the wedding ?  Who is paying for it ?  If your family is footing the bill, he may be reluctant to express his own wishes.  (Or, he may not really care - in the "whatever you want, honey" kind of mode....)  If you want his help, then give him specific things you want him to do and how you want him involved.  Again, don't let this run your life.  You have waaaay too much on your plate (job, school, wedding plans) to have to spend more energy on this kind of concern.  And, you might need to consider his lack of reciprocity on the "little romantic things" - the male personality doesn't natually "court" his mate after he has achieved his goal.  (IE: you two are getting married; he no longer has to woo you.)  So you two are going to need find a level between your desire to be courted the rest of your life and his lack of interest in doing so.  Takes two to tango and if you dance alone now, you may be dancing alone the rest of your life.  Tell him you need help on the wedding (and, as I said, what exactly you want in the way of help) and tell him that you want to continue to "date" him - at least once a week - movie, dinner, dancing, whatever you did before you got engaged.  TALK - talktalktalktalk!
50242
From your name, I take it you are the Dad.  Etiquette says the father of the bride is responsible for half the wedding.  But, nowhere does it say you have to pay for half of the most glorious wedding your town has ever seen.  I say pay what you are comfortable paying.  Let your daughter know real early what she can expect, so she take it into account before making plans.  If that isn't good enough, if she isn't appreciative of your situation, don't feel too guilty.  Her priorities aren't where they should be.
278980
bride..and best wishes!!\nif you wanted to try and include your parents on the invite, you could do: Suzy and Tom, together with their parents, request your presence...
417793
I am sure you can. You should call and talk to the Pastor. Good Luck and God bless your wedding!
929281
If your Dad is a US citizen, then you should be too so I am assuming he is not your biological father.  With that assumption, your fiance should contact INS and simply state that he wants to visit and if all goes well with family, etc.. that you want to marry and what will happen at that point. \n\nHe will probably get a green card too.  You should get your citizenship as soon as you can, I dont know the rules on how long  you have to be in the country. \n\nIf he works in computers or another hard to recruit field, he may be able to get an H1b visa as well.
765200
I wish a simple answer would solve your problems, but you will feel the way you feel no matter what.\nTo answer your question though you need to look at your dad is he happy? You said you are going away to college He needs his own life to. 2. You should not be worried but be happy if they do. You get a brother or sister that will look up to you forever.and number 3 Your family is your dad and soon he will marry of course he wants you to be a big part of that. You need to step back and look at your dad don't judge his choice just be happy for him and do whatever you can to make his day special. He would do the same for you I am sure of it. You will always be his little girl.
221964
You mean that he didn't ask your fathers permission?!!!  I guess I would tell them that its going to be a mixed marraige... "I'm catholic and he's protestant" and see where that goes!
759854
Be honest with you dad, set down and have a father to son talk. remember there are only a few moments we can treasure maybe you can make this the best trip he ever had with you and the family it may be his last of yours. It's your dad you owe it to go. at least you will have done something with him he likes to do and tell him he has to enjoy a trip the you would like to go on.
1144181
If you feel drawn to go, that's what matters.  Death has a way of making things real, and if you still have a place in your heart for him, I would say it's right to honor that place and attend the funeral.  Probably it's a good idea to do so discreetly, as anonymously as possible, unless a graceful opportunity presents itself for interaction with the family, at their initiative. Otherwise, it's between you and your memory of him, a private goodbye.
376265
I think that you should pass on this friend.  I know you love her and that you will miss her, but she is headed in a different direction than you.  You have yourself and your future hubby to think of - don't let guilt feelings make you invite her when you think she might bring that guy and ruin your wedding day.  It sounds to me like you are better off without her.  You can enjoy the memories of the friend she used to be.
417180
I am engaged also, and I don't talk to my father either. I have thought about asking my brother to walk with me, my mom past away a few years ago so that's not an option. Although I think it would be really nice to just walk alone, then all the attention will be on you and no one will even care about your dad not being there. Most people don't walk with their fathers these days\n-----As for the first guy who answered you by telling you to apolgize, tell him to go fuck himself he doesnt even know why you dont get along with your dad. Why should you go apologize????