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Alyson
Beginner December 2021

Advise/perspective Needed

Alyson, on July 11, 2020 at 11:23 PM Posted in Planning 0 12

Hey guys! I really need some help.

So, my Sister-in-law has offered her backyard to us for our wedding. Their backyard is a nice size for a small, intimate wedding but I am having second thoughts about having it in her backyard.

A little back story why she offered her backyard... Originally, I've always wanted my wedding in my grandma's backyard because it is very large and the landscape is beautiful. Also, she has tree around her property that helps drowned out the noise. However, my grandmother can be a control freak and has good days and bad. Being that type of person, not many people like to be around my grandma.. Of course people will put aside their differences for a wedding but it still worries me.. Anyways my sister-in-law, who I should mention is a bridesmaid, offered her backyard to us Pre-COVID19 because they just moved in a new home with a nice backyard.. unfortunately I said yes before seeing her backyard layout and now that we are dealing with COVID I'm worried that it may be too small and I want my guest to feel comfortable and have the ability to spread out and practice social distancing.

Long story short, I want to go back to my original plan of having it in my grandma's backyard but I don't want to hurt my Sister-in-law's feelings and I don't want any tension.. Honestly I'm probably over thinking all of this and I just don't want to seem like a flake or that I can't make up my mind.. I should mention I'm not a confrontational person at all and I'm a huge people pleaser who tends to get walked all over so that's why I'm having this issue.. If anyone has any advise or could give me their perspective on this that would be great, thank you so much for your time Smiley smile

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Latest activity by Cassandra, on July 23, 2020 at 1:28 PM
  • Alyson
    Beginner December 2021
    Alyson ·
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    I should also mention I have yet to put out invitations so nothing is set in stone with my guests

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  • C
    Super December 2021
    Casey ·
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    My advice is to be honest Smiley smile what you put is reasonable and I doubt your SIL will be offended! She will probably be relieved honestly, hosting can be a lot of work! Definitely explain that this is about COVID and social distancing. I'm sure she will understand
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  • Alyson
    Beginner December 2021
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    Thank you so much!! That really helps

    I don't want her to have to worry about people she doesn't know being at her house with everything going on.

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    Legend June 2019
    Melle ·
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    I think it’s reasonable to tell your sister in law that thank you so much for the offer but you’ll be using your grandmas yard since it would allow you to social distance guests better
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  • C
    Super December 2021
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    You're very welcome! Good luck and happy planning! 😊
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  • Alyson
    Beginner December 2021
    Alyson ·
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    Thank you Melle! that really helps..

    Another thing I just thought of..

    I should tell her in person ..right? I'm just really nervous and would rather text it and because of everyone distancing right now I haven't been able to see her to tell her face to face.. Do you think it's acceptable to text her?

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    Legend June 2019
    Melle ·
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    You could call her if you’d rather it be something more personable as well. I think it’s fine not to do it face to face given these times.
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  • Alyson
    Beginner December 2021
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    That's a good idea! thank you

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  • Mrs.a
    Master October 2021
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    I think being honest and truthful about the concerns you’ve expressed here are fairy and rather reasonable. Considering the current Covid Climate, it makes sense. Just explain it in those terms...you want people to feel comfortable and safe, and to be able to practice physical distancing.

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  • Maureen
    Devoted November 2021
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    Do not regret not getting married where you really want to get married, your grandmother's yard. I wouldn't be offended if I was your SIL, at the end of the day - it's your day! I think she would be understanding.

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  • Daniela
    Dedicated August 2020
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    I think you can just be honest with your sister in law and let her know you would have loved her backyard offer and appreciate it, but with COVID you’re worried about spacing people out. I’m sure she will understand. Seriously anything I have an issue with when it comes to guests I just blame it on COVID lol bc it’s actually true!

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  • Cassandra
    Devoted September 2021
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    You are being very logical with your decision and I think that you SIL will definitely understand where you are coming from. It seems like you guys have a great relationship already considering she's in your wedding party and she offered you her backyard for the wedding. I would just explain it to her the same way you explained it in your forum post.

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