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Carla
Just Said Yes August 2018

My dad isn't coming to my wedding

Carla, on November 30, 2017 at 9:46 AM

Posted in Etiquette and Advice 23

My father doesn't approve of my impending marriage because I'm marrying a man who has ALS. We are barely speaking these days and he recently told me that he's not coming to the wedding. I'm upset and hurt. I'm having a hard time trying to get advice from friends and family because none of them have...

My father doesn't approve of my impending marriage because I'm marrying a man who has ALS. We are barely speaking these days and he recently told me that he's not coming to the wedding. I'm upset and hurt. I'm having a hard time trying to get advice from friends and family because none of them have ever had major family issues. I find myself getting quite depressed over this. My parents are divorced and my mom and step-dad are doing there best to support me and my FMIL has been great too. I think I have seen similar posts here in the past and I'm welcome to any kind of advice.

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  • Stacey
    Super October 2018
    Stacey ·
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    @Carla, that is just backwards, I'm sorry. I hope you can enjoy your engagement and have fun planning your wedding. I know it hurts, but you guys deserve to enjoy this time, try not to let him ruin it. And who knows, maybe he will come to his senses, I hope for your sake he does.

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  • P.F.
    Super May 2018
    P.F. ·
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    Your father disapproves because he knows how it goes and doesn't want you to watch it. He's trying to do what he thinks is best. It's not his decision and just because he thinks he knows best doesn't mean he does. If this is his reasoning then he is not "disgusting" or "inhumane." He cares about you. He's just doing it wrong. I lost my uncle to ALS last year and it was not easy to see. I understand what you are going through, why your father is worried, and I admire your strength going into this knowing the road ahead. Hopefully your father will come around. I also hope you can see his side and try to find it in yourself to forgive him. Parents can be selfish when they think they know better. You love your FH and y'all have a great support team, that's all that matters.

    Good luck OP. I'll send prayers your way. I truly hope your dad realizes it's support you need, not his advice

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  • C
    Beginner November 2018
    christina ·
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    My goodness im sorry;(

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