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Father Daughter Dance help

Christina, on June 16, 2019 at 10:56 PM Posted in Wedding Reception 0 7

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I’m debating whether to have a father daughter dance at my wedding with my uncles or grandpa or to not have one at all. My dad had a stroke a few months ago and is still in a nursing home. He wasn’t a great dad growing up but he’s still around and won’t be able to come to the wedding. Would it be odd if we had a mother son dance and skipped the father daughter dance? I could dance with my grandpa but I know he has a bad back and I’m worried about him dancing through a whole song. I’m not super close with my uncles but I really appreciate them being there for me. If I do a dance with them or my grandpa, does anyone have any song ideas?? I need opinions because I can’t decide what to do!

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Latest activity by Ashley, on June 20, 2019 at 9:27 AM

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CourtneyBrittain · on June 16, 2019 at 10:59 PM
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I think this is something that only you can decide. To me, it kind of sounds like you have made up your mind but you are just looking for someone to say that you don't need a daddy daughter dance, which you don't.
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Christina · on June 16, 2019 at 11:45 PM
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Hmmm maybe you’re right! I’m afraid my mom and grandparents will be upset if I cut it out but I don’t feel like there’s anyone special enough to do it with. I appreciate the insight!
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CourtneyBrittain · on June 16, 2019 at 11:49 PM
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You could always talk to them and explain your hesitation. In the end, it's you and your FH's day, and you should do what you two want to do.
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Sinéad · on June 19, 2019 at 7:55 AM
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Hey Christina!
As Courtney said, you absolutely don't have to have a father-daughter dance if it's not what you want. You shouldn't feel pressured to do something just because other people might be upset, especially for your wedding!
If you would like to share a special dance with someone, perhaps you could ask your grandpa how would feel, if he thinks he would be able to manage a dance. Of course, you could pick a short song or ask your DJ to cut a song short if you wanted.
Are you close with your mom? You could opt for a mother-daughter dance if you wish either?
I'm not trying to convince you do do a special dance if it's not something you want. I'm merely trying to provide you with options so that you can make the decision that is right for you!
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Christina · on June 19, 2019 at 4:48 PM
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I am close with my mom! I kinda like the mother-daughter dance idea! I’ll definitely have to think about all this.
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Ashley · on June 20, 2019 at 9:26 AM
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My dad passed away 16 years ago so we are going to do the mother/son dance, but skipping the father/daughter dance unless we decide to do one with FH and our daughter.
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Ashley · on June 20, 2019 at 9:27 AM
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I know that some are saying I could dance with my uncle who is my dad's twin or even my step dad, but I just don't want to and that is ok so I am on your side to skip it
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