As we talk about future weddings and planning for it, it's becoming clear that the usual extravagance is not what "A" (that's what we'll call my daughter, to save embarrasment) would like.
Why opt for a more frugal wedding?
Well, partly it's personality, not wanting a big show about anything. It's also about embracing the more natural, relaxed feel, for example, wild flowers, rather than expensive floral arrangements.
There's also a love of vintage - so re-using much loved items is bound to feature in the wedding day somewhere.
It's also about managing money, if there's the kind of money for an extravagant wedding, wouldn't it be better used to buy & furnish a first home together?
Of course, this is going to mean getting more creative and planning ahead, which is why we're already planning a wedding day with (yes, you've guessed it) no current prospect of a wedding. It's also a great topic of conversation for long journeys, sitting out in the garden or weeding at the allotment!
24 June 2010
Mother of the Groom Remembers
Back in 2008 my eldest son was married - and what a wonderful wedding day he and his wife had.
That's me in the picture with my dad, who was a very proud grandfather on the day.
So, why am I starting a blog? Well, we're starting to plan my daughter's wedding day and consider what we can do to prepare for it. Looking back at my role as the groom's mother is part of our preparations, looking at the wider role of the mother of the bride doesn't seem quite so intimidating.
Am hoping to post updates on what we've been talking about, discovering on the internet and reading too.
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