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Kiddie conundrum

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Pat, on March 24, 2021 at 10:41 PM

Okay folks. I'm 66, he's 68 and this ain't our first rodeo. 😉 Small wedding- 50 to 60 people. Our problem? His grandkids. We have mostly out of state guests coming, so their children (age range 5 to 13) will be invited becuase, really, can't leave them home or alone at the hotel. His step-daughter has 2 children, 8 and 12, and they live in our town. Neither one of us wants the kids at the reception. However, she is a loud mouth and ballsy, and will most likely kick up a fuss because her kids weren't included. I'd reallyoce to NOT invite her at all, but ...

So. . Do we tell her upfront what will be happening or just let it ride and hope for the best?

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Lisa · on March 25, 2021 at 9:33 PM
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Sounds like this is the perfect opportunity to set the tone for any future relationship ... don’t invite her or the kids. Problem solved.
That would be a very clear message.
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Savvy August 2021
Emily · on March 27, 2021 at 8:12 PM
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I agree with the pp. Don't invite any of them. You said it is your FH step daughter that until recently he never heard from. To me this decision is a plus for you both. People like her will be at your door in the future regardless of an invite or not. So enjoy your wedding day without this drama and she will see you at Christmas time for her kids gifts.
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