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Lauren
Dedicated September 2021

Family Ties

Lauren, on March 17, 2021 at 9:27 PM

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I got engaged back in April of 2019, two of my cousins got engaged the same year. My FH and I have been planning for our original date 9/2/21 since day one. We even booked our venue and I bought a dress later in 2019. With Covid things have been a little up in the air but we have still planned for...

I got engaged back in April of 2019, two of my cousins got engaged the same year. My FH and I have been planning for our original date 9/2/21 since day one. We even booked our venue and I bought a dress later in 2019. With Covid things have been a little up in the air but we have still planned for this date even if it just means going to the courthouse. We even sent out save the dates back in Nov of 2020 just in case. Unfortunately, one of my cousins had to postpone her March 2020 wedding in Jamaica when everything first started.

A year goes by and I just learned she sent out her new save the dates this past weekend and she rescheduled for 9/6...the same weekend as my wedding; IN JAMAICA. I know my wedding is Thursday and hers is Monday but I was planning for a nice brunch with my aunts Monday because it is a holiday to thank them for all their help. Now most, if not all of them are leaving right after my wedding and hopping on a plane.

Her mom for sure got my save the date before Thanksgiving and she still chooses to schedule the same weekend. We never hinted at changing our date. Am I wrong for being upset? Or should I just let it go?

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  • Sexypoodle
    Master October 2021
    Sexypoodle ·
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    Nice idea... “problem” averted. That’s an excellent thank you sentiment.. and it stays with them longer than dinner anyway! 😉
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  • Heather
    Super November 2021
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    Oh, no! I'm sorry this happened.. It is a little inconsiderate. They should have given you a heads up or asked you to see how you guys would feel about it being so close to your wedding date. I would just give them a gift if that's the case rather than paying for brunch, lunch, or dinner. And if certain people are unable to make it then so be it! The number of people should not determine on how fun and great your wedding will be. It is defined by who truly matters and who that truly cares that show up. It is up to you on what you choose to make you happy on your day Smiley smile I can guarantee that it will be filled with love and happiness. Do not let this disrupt your peace or ruin your special day.

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  • Grace
    Super February 2022
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    I see why people are saying to let it go but I know I would be spitting mad if this happened to me! No, your anger and frustration is valid. You aren't asking for the whole month or season like some unreasonable brides.


    Unfortunately, I don't see either of you being likely to change dates at this point. It is really unfortunate that family members are skipping your event for hers and that reflects probably more on them than on your cousin (unless she is asking them to arrive that far ahead of time, then I would blame her).

    For future family peace, I think finding a way to work past your anger is important, but you are not wrong for being upset!
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  • Lauren
    Dedicated September 2021
    Lauren ·
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    Thank you Grace. I'm still upset, but I agree with you, neither of us is changing our date. A few of my cousins have confirmed they are doing both, so I feel a little better. I just think it wasn't very considerate.

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  • Lauren
    Dedicated September 2021
    Lauren ·
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    Thanks Heather

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