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Just Said Yes May 2025

No guests on the brides side

Cr, on April 8, 2025 at 4:33 PM Posted in Family and Relationships 0 5
I'm having a courthouse wedding next month and noone will be there specifically for me. I lost my closest friend last year and there just isn't anyone I can think of that I'd care to ask, let alone one that would be willing to drive nearly two hours for a short ceremony. My parents and I are not close and it's dependant on my mom's mood that day whether or not she will be there. My fiancé has a wonderful family and a couple of close friends that will attend. I guess I'm just really feeling embarrassed and hurt at my lack of close relationships. Has anyone been in this situation?

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Latest activity by Amanda, on April 26, 2025 at 12:52 PM
  • Samantha
    Just Said Yes July 2025
    Samantha ·
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    I am in the same boat. I have nobody for my side. Sis and brother are on drugs and my mom passed 2 years ago. I'm grateful for my fiancé's family as they are very good to me and I've gotten close to them. We aren't doing sides for this reason. I'm sorry you are going thru this
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    Rosebud ·
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    Sending you both love the most important thing to remember is you do have people on your side, your groom and his family is now yours too. Try not to think of it as sides but just a room full of love. Much love and enjoy your specials days!Smiley heart

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  • WeddingME
    WeddingME ·
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    Honestly, it’s okay to have a small wedding, especially if that’s what feels right for you. It’s your day, and the people who truly care about you will support you no matter what. Don’t feel pressured to invite people just because you think you should, do what makes you happiest. Wishing you all the best for your ceremony!

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    Just Said Yes December 2025
    Taylor ·
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    One: I'm sorry you feel this way ): Your wedding is going to be beautiful and wonderful, I guarantee it. Second: only invite people that you want to take into this new chapter of your life. If that means that it's your husband's side and that's it, then that's okay! The people there should support you and truly care about you. You will have people there for you -- your new husband's family is now yours, and they are there for you just as much as for him (: It's all one room full of love and light and happiness -- there are no "sides." Congratulations on your day, and I hope it's as wonderful as you've been dreaming it to be!

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  • Amanda
    Just Said Yes September 2026
    Amanda ·
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    I moved 1000 miles away from mine and my fiance only has his dad. We didn't want to exclude my parents but mom can't travel so we've decided to pitch the idea of a large Airbnb and split the cost between everyone who comes up, but don't expectany would even bother telling us no. He's rather celebrate with those who love us than those just out for a party. So we're taking a few friends with us, some willing to pay their own way to and from if we can split housing. It's turning out to be wonderful
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