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Alternative to a Father Daughter Dance

Ashley, on October 31, 2016 at 4:16 PM Posted in Planning 0 5

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My Dad and I are trying to come up with an alternative to the Father/Daughter dance, and I was wondering if anyone had any ideas... My dad had a disease that essentially killed 80% of the muscles and nerves in his legs, and he is very unsteady, and he is very nervous about falling in front of 250+ people... While it breaks my heart that I might not be able to dance with my dad on my wedding day, I want to make sure that he is comfortable as well... Wondering if anyone has any other ideas for something really cool that we could do together.. The wedding is under a large tent in their backyard, but we could do something outside if it was neat.. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated!!

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Latest activity by FutureMrsDjTimmy, on October 31, 2016 at 5:49 PM

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AllieCat · on October 31, 2016 at 4:18 PM
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My FH's cousin and her dad played a song together on the guitar. If you two are musical, that could be really cute! Is there something that you can both do that is a creative outlet?
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PressTheStarKey · on October 31, 2016 at 4:20 PM
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If you're going to have kids at your wedding, you could have a Father/Daughter dance for all the fathers and daughters there in honor of you and your dad's love.
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BreKMK · on October 31, 2016 at 4:20 PM
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Perhaps read short letters to each other? But there are lots of people who dance in wheelchairs. Look it up on YouTube! If he's still not sure, get a couple lessons together at a local ballroom studio.
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Runawaybride · on October 31, 2016 at 4:36 PM
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Could you do a very, very short dance? Maybe just the chorus of the song you have in mind? That way he's not on his feet as long. I have no idea if even that is doable, I'm just throwing it out there. Maybe a consult with his doctor would help you brainstorm some options. I'm so sorry to hear about your dad's health issues. I'm sure you'll find a solution that will be very special for both of you.
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FutureMrsDjTimmy · on October 31, 2016 at 5:49 PM
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Maybe just a one song slide show of you and your dad through the years? That way it isn't a 30 minute beating for your guest, but still honoring that relationship...
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