bigbottom
Footballguy
Right. This rule could impact a whole bunch of folks in the groom's family and among the rest of the guest list. But it only affects two families in his wife's immediate family, so of course they should take it personally.
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Family controversy - Wedding Invitations (1 Viewer)
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proninja
Footballguy
I remember someone who brought a kid (not even their kid, a kid they were babysitting) to my wedding. They had the good sense to sit next to the videographer. Through the entire ceremony, all you can hear on the video is this kid screaming. Thanks for taking that babysitting job, friend!
proninja
Footballguy
I was wondering this too.
Wouldn't it be sort of nice to have an evening away without them, the wife can dress up fancy, and you go have fun drinking and dancing at a celebration with your friends?
pollardsvision
Footballguy
I do get upset when people ask me not to bring my dog to weddings.
Abraham
Footballguy
proninja
Footballguy
Clearly these people getting married seem to think that the entire celebration is about themOh, what's the big deal? They don't want kids there.More booze for everyone else!
the moops
Footballguy
mr roboto
Footballguy
### holes.Clearly these people getting married seem to think that the entire celebration is about themOh, what's the big deal? They don't want kids there.
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Henry Ford
Footballguy
It's funny, because your post was about Abraham, but the OP thought it was about him.
bigbottom
Footballguy
I think he's taking issue with you italicizing his statement.
It's funny, because your post was about Abraham, but the OP thought it was about him.
gaffe
Officer Pete Malloy
Footballguy
So although the no-kids thing might affect many other families on the other side he's bothered because it might affect 2 families on his? Am I reading this right?I think he's taking issue with you italicizing his statement.
proninja
Footballguy
Dude, these guys are off topic - just wondering what people think of weddings where kids of a certain age are not invited.So although the no-kids thing might affect many other families on the other side he's bothered because it might affect 2 families on his? Am I reading this right?I think he's taking issue with you italicizing his statement.
Mr. Pickles
Footballguy
It's funny when the poster asks a question that he is certain will curry sympathy only to do exactly the opposite.
You would think the queen was getting married.
mr roboto
Footballguy
And he's so open to changing his mind.
Officer Pete Malloy
Footballguy
shadyridr
Footballguy
Dude, these guys are off topic - just wondering what people think of weddings where kids of a certain age are not invited.So although the no-kids thing might affect many other families on the other side he's bothered because it might affect 2 families on his? Am I reading this right?I think he's taking issue with you italicizing his statement.
thats not what you said
bigbottom
Footballguy
Dude, these guys are off topic - just wondering what people think of weddings where kids of a certain age are not invited.So although the no-kids thing might affect many other families on the other side he's bothered because it might affect 2 families on his? Am I reading this right?I think he's taking issue with you italicizing his statement.
bigbottom
Footballguy
Sounds like this wedding is going to be certified fabulous!
GroveDiesel
Footballguy
For the ceremony they probably don't want some 3 year old running down the aisle screaming and ripping down decorations. Or some 5 month old alternating between screaming during the vows and sucking at his mom's boob she flopped out while every guys in a 50 foot radius stares.
For reception, plenty of factors like cost, potential destruction of a nice property, kids being exposed to dicey drunken behavior, kids crashing into everyone on the dance floor and breaking Grandpa Joe's hip, etc. Plenty of reasons to exclude that are perfectly reasonable. Weddings pretty much suck when you're that age anyway.
When I was 5, my aunt and uncle got married. I had 4 males cousins from that side of the family about 6-10 years older than me. 3 of them tied the other one up to a fence at the reception.
For reception, plenty of factors like cost, potential destruction of a nice property, kids being exposed to dicey drunken behavior, kids crashing into everyone on the dance floor and breaking Grandpa Joe's hip, etc. Plenty of reasons to exclude that are perfectly reasonable. Weddings pretty much suck when you're that age anyway.
When I was 5, my aunt and uncle got married. I had 4 males cousins from that side of the family about 6-10 years older than me. 3 of them tied the other one up to a fence at the reception.
avoiding injuries
Footballguy
I think you have your answer. People think it's ok that kids aren't invited.
What kind of a gift do you give? If you brought your kid(s), and it's $100 per plate, are you giving enough to cover your family? I can tell you that most people do not.
What kind of a gift do you give? If you brought your kid(s), and it's $100 per plate, are you giving enough to cover your family? I can tell you that most people do not.
shadyridr
Footballguy
it reads like hes asking about his situation specifically and not just weddings with no kids in generalDude, these guys are off topic - just wondering what people think of weddings where kids of a certain age are not invited.So although the no-kids thing might affect many other families on the other side he's bothered because it might affect 2 families on his? Am I reading this right?I think he's taking issue with you italicizing his statement.
proninja
Footballguy
A better question: Would you take your kids to a $100/plate dinner if you had to pay?
Fennis
Footballguy
Officer Pete Malloy
Footballguy
"My wife keeps forgetting to put her clothes away. I'm seriously thinking about punching her in the face. What do you guys think?"
30 minutes later
"Easy fellas. I was just asking your opinion on things like this."
30 minutes later
"Easy fellas. I was just asking your opinion on things like this."
Henry Ford
Footballguy
Is it you?
Probably a good topic for another thread - but I would anticipate paying about $150 - with no idea of what is on the menu. If I knew it was $100, I would think about paying more.
At this wedding, I am giving $150 less baby sitting charges
TLEF316
Footballguy
Yeah, I don't see the issue here. Not sure why the parents in the families can't cut the cord for 1 night, get a sitter and go have a good time.
Even if the person came right up to you and said "I find your kid annoying and obnoxious. My fiance is afraid they'll misbehave at the wedding. Please don't bring them" I'd still be on their side. Their party, their rules. Also, the kids will probably be bored anyway. If they're not bored, they're probably doing something they shouldn't be doing at a wedding. (running around like animals, throwing stuff, etc).
Even if the person came right up to you and said "I find your kid annoying and obnoxious. My fiance is afraid they'll misbehave at the wedding. Please don't bring them" I'd still be on their side. Their party, their rules. Also, the kids will probably be bored anyway. If they're not bored, they're probably doing something they shouldn't be doing at a wedding. (running around like animals, throwing stuff, etc).
pollardsvision
Footballguy
Not specific to this issue, but more the general responses of "It's about them, not you"
I don't really agree with that and the best weddings are those where the bride/groom also understand that.
If it's really only about the couple, they should just go elope. Instead, they pay a lot of money and go through a lot of trouble to have others there so that it's a great celebration that they'll always remember. Clearly, it's not just about the couple.
Now, I'd never condone whining about a wedding. Just pointing out that it's really not all about the couple.
The kid thing is totally fine because kids are often quite annoying to the guests that matter. That's looking out for your guests.
I don't really agree with that and the best weddings are those where the bride/groom also understand that.
If it's really only about the couple, they should just go elope. Instead, they pay a lot of money and go through a lot of trouble to have others there so that it's a great celebration that they'll always remember. Clearly, it's not just about the couple.
Now, I'd never condone whining about a wedding. Just pointing out that it's really not all about the couple.
The kid thing is totally fine because kids are often quite annoying to the guests that matter. That's looking out for your guests.
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Henry Ford
Footballguy
Is the actual color issue that immediate family should wear the wedding colors, or did they just say 'tell The Dude to wear a black tux instead of the powder blue one with ruffles he wears to every other wedding'?
bigbottom
Footballguy
I agree. But it could just be our inferior reading comprehension skills.it reads like hes asking about his situation specifically and not just weddings with no kids in generalDude, these guys are off topic - just wondering what people think of weddings where kids of a certain age are not invited.So although the no-kids thing might affect many other families on the other side he's bothered because it might affect 2 families on his? Am I reading this right?I think he's taking issue with you italicizing his statement.
Mr. Pickles
Footballguy
Controversy
bigbottom
Footballguy
You have to pay for a babysitter for your grandson?Probably a good topic for another thread - but I would anticipate paying about $150 - with no idea of what is on the menu. If I knew it was $100, I would think about paying more. At this wedding, I am giving $150 less baby sitting charges
Leeroy Jenkins
Footballguy
My wedding was an adult reception. Weddings with little kids suck.
the moops
Footballguy
I wouldn't take myself if I had to pay 100 bucks
SouthJersey
Footballguy
Lowly Clerk
Footballguy
Wow I would use this as a golden ticket to stay home with the kids. Or better yet get baby sitter and go out and have fun. If anyone asked why I wasn't there I would lie and say I couldn't find a sitter. I will say I am a bit of a jerk so maybe don't do what I would.
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