Drinking at a relatives wedding?
957950
well, if you enjoyed yourself then I dont see a problem! Isnt everyone supposed to have a good time.
275128
Be lady-like and keep your focus on them.  If you do, all the guests will do the same.  Be sure to stay in the background and let them have the lime light.  Your singing at their wedding will be something special.  Also, remember to give a toast at the reception and tell everyone how you feel, your sister will be thrilled.  I went to a wedding where the maid of honor was brash.  She yelled at guests and rang a bell every time she wanted to get their attention.  She was a huge cow and even though she had a beautiful dress on, she stomped around the reception hall like Godzilla.  This is your sisters special day, so remember to act like a lady.  That will be the best gift you can give the happy couple.
292964
Ask the spouse or a relative.
927230
I wouldn't really on a caterer that was late to our meeting, and had no time to talk, to cater my most important event.  If the caterer is not organized and professional enough to arrange a simple tasting, I don't think he could be counted on for a full wedding party.\n\nBesides, instant potatoes.... blah!!!
666958
Similar situation, but no booze involved. Just country folks. My hubby's family, burps, farts, pick their noses at the dinner table, etc... It grosses us out (I say us because my hubby didn't realize exactly how disgusting it was until we moved away from there 7 yrs ago). I am fortunate, that my husband reminds his family about these things before they visit us. Maybe if you talk to your husband he might do the same thing for you. It couldn't hurt. My hubby also does things like, if someone farts, or belches, he'll say, "Gross, excuse you", that kind of gets things back in check.. GOOD LUCK!!!
984419
i have been raised with an alcoholic family....mother, her husband, 2 uncles and 1 aunt, so i know full well what you mean about not wanting to be around your dad, i had this every day for a long time, eventually i gave up and left, one of my family members died, she was lovely sober but horrible drunk, but i loved her, i used to visit her more because she was not as bad as the others, she was 32 when she died i blamed myself because, that day, i should have been there but i couldn't make it, she died alone, no one there with her, i tortured myself for years wondering what it was like for her as she was dying and no one was there to help, i felt so sad for her.... i felt guilty and i could not sleep, so i know exactly how you feel... i watched the rest of my family ruin themselves and i had to do something about it and decided to try and get them help....2 have not touched a drink in 11 months, the rest wont have it....they want to stay drunk, but i tried...i have helped myself tackle my obsession about my aunt, i see now that alcoholism is a disease....so please do not blame yourself over your dads death you have to stop thinking like that....just take one day at a time, he would like you to be happy....bless you....x\n\nreturnofkarlos.......congratulations.....i admire you....keep going
323652
I believe she should be seated with the "friends of the groom" section. I'm saying this because of my own feelings. I am estranged from my mother. My step mother and I are very close. (by the way I am 35 so I am speaking from a adult perspective) and if I were to ever get married again or renew my vows with my husband I would want my step mother (the one who has always been there for me) to be close to me on my special day. I don't want to be forced to be polite to someone I really care nothing about on what is suppose to be my day.
96011
You have a great opportunity on your hands.  Ask your sisters bf to be an usher.  Explain that the mothers need escorts down the aisle.  He would still be a part of the wedding in an important position and you get to have your friends that you know in the bridal party.  If you do it politely and excitedly they will be more than happy to serve in that way.  And your sister needs to understand that being as you dont completely know her bf that he is still there and welcome and helping but after long talks, you would feel more comfortable w/ the other person in line instead.  Remember, tact and kindness goes a long long way.  Good luck and congratulations on your wedding.
727682
Bring a case of Heineken.
380158
NO! It's rude to invite people to just the ceremony and not the reception to begin with UNLESS they are not having a reception.  If they are not having a reception then they probably don't expect a gift anyways.  I wouldn't even go-the whole situation is really rude.
1050497
Absolutely...family get  togethers are always interesting, to say the least...nothing boring going on there, is there? And, you will always have someone to be mad at...all built into the family. You will always have a group that you will feel "better than." Think of the consequences of their being "perfect in everyway!" That would be a harder bunch to face than a bunch of loonies. Count your blessings..unless, of course, your wife is part of the madness...then you have more problems than this note can cover :-)
298454
if either yourself, or one of your family, belongs to a church, that could be a nice wide open area. Most churches have an area for social gatherings. If you explain your situation, I'm sure something could be arranged for no, or a small fee. certainly less than chucky cheese type prices. then all you need is a couple packs of 99cent kool-aid for drinks, and ask all your family that's comes to bring a covered dish for food purposes. I hope this helps, me, my wife, and my mother all had a good ten min discussion on this question hoping to help a 7 yr old have a great birthday!!
764893
Family counseling, and some alcohol classes for your father. Research those options.
856087
If he is planning a Poker Party, have it at someone's home or at a local motel. Instead of a deli party platter and beer, hire a bartender and go all out with an updated catered buffet that includes wraps, mini pizzas, or a selection of pasta dishes. \nIf the event will involve drinking, make arrangements for someone else to drive the group, or book motel rooms for everyone to stay over. \nSchedule the bachelor party weeks before the wedding so that the groom can show up rested and sober to his wedding. \nIf there is going to be a stripper.....make VERY sure that you can handle anything that you can handle anything that some of his not-so-well-meaning-buddies might say about the evenings activities. Either trust him(fiance) completely, or request that either he not have a stripper at the party, or that you not hear anything about it from anyone if he does.
661633
It is considered rude not to drink with your guests but acceptable to drink something soft if you do not take alcohol.
794893
Depends on the formality of the wedding.Why not ask someone in the Bridal party.
417793
I am sure you can. You should call and talk to the Pastor. Good Luck and God bless your wedding!