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Kayla
Beginner May 2021

Who to walk me down the aisle?

Kayla, on January 11, 2021 at 9:16 AM Posted in Family and Relationships 0 7
So this has been stressing me out for sometime. Here is my situation. My father is alive and growing up we were very close. However when I got into high school his drinking started to become a problem. My parents are married but that is a different story. At this point in life he is an alcoholic and because of his actions he has caused a strain in our relationship. I told him a few months back that he wasnt walking me down the aisle unless he gets help. I know with alcoholics you shouldn't give ultimatums, however my dad has had many second chances in life that even almost dying wont lead him to change his ways. So going extreme is the only option. However, he hasnt done anything and I doubt he will.


My dad knows I am a pushover so my sisters, my mom, and fh all are waiting for the day of for me to cave and let him walk me down. Believe me I want him to walk me. But at this point I just cant. He is still invited though.
Now i am just unsure who to have. I dont want to walk by myself. My first pick is my mom, I am worried that will cause some issues though. My fh has offered to walk me, has anyone done that. My other thought is my one grandpa. Just a little confused that is all, but I know whatever decision I make I will be disappointed since it isnt my dad.

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Latest activity by Slrhoshi, on January 12, 2021 at 7:28 AM
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    Expert September 2022
    Allie ·
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    I'm so sorry you're going through this! I don't know that I have any good advice, but I wanted to throw out an idea that I remember (from another thread, perhaps...I'm not sure)...but anyway, the bride walked the first half of the aisle on her own, and her FS met her halfway down the aisle...and they walked the 2nd half together. I thought it was a really sweet and symbolic idea...like she's choosing this marriage of her own accord, and her FS is there to meet her, and then they are entering the marriage ceremony together. Regardless of what you choose, I hope you find peace in whatever option you go with, and I hope you have a beautiful wedding!

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  • Violetstorme
    Dedicated October 2022
    Violetstorme ·
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    I'm sorry you're going through this and I had a similar experience with my dad except he was basically in and out of my life for sometimes years at a time outside of always being drunk. I was originally going to walk by myself but eventually decided to let my stepdad walk me. You could definitely ask your grandpa or an uncle to walk you if you dont want to walk yourself.
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  • Michelle
    Rockstar December 2022
    Michelle ·
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    Ask whomever you want. It can be any friend/relative you wish. Many people are not close to their fathers and should never be pressured into "it's tradition so that's your only option". Not everyone feels comfortable walking down the aisle alone either.


    You can definitely walk in with your fiance. That would be cute and probably very calming for you.
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  • Mrs. Spring
    Master April 2021
    Mrs. Spring ·
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    Whoever walks you down should be a person who has always been reliable and who raised you in my opinion. So, if that's your mom, then I would go with her.
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  • Maureen
    Devoted November 2021
    Maureen ·
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    I think you need to have a sit down with your father, have a real heart to heart. Let it all out. You might be feel better, as him also.
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  • Michelle
    Rockstar December 2022
    Michelle ·
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    If you don't have a relationship with your father due to his alcoholism, don't ask him to walk you down the aisle because everyone else does. Pick who you feel closest to.
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    Dedicated March 2022
    Slrhoshi ·
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    Grandpa is a good choice. Mean as this may sound walking alone might be the wake up call your dad needs.


    My own has ruined the relationship to the point there is no fixing it and he will not be invited or told if left up to me.
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