My father and I are going through some things right now that has caused some distance between the two of us. I love my father very much but I've always felt like I was not as important to him as his kids with his current wife are. To make a long story short, he was present in my life while growing up but I was raised and supported financially by my mother and my step father. The problem now is that I'm getting married and I'm not quite sure WHO should walk me down the aisle. I know my dad would be so hurt if I don't ask him and even more so if I ask my step dad (who is now divorced from my mother but still very much apart of my life). I don't want anyone to be hurt and this is a very difficult decision. Also, I did ask my dad's children, my half siblings to be in my wedding as we have always been close and mantain a relationship even though I'm not speaking to my father. Was I wrong in doing so??? Thanks
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You don't need an escort. You can choose to walk alone - many women are making this choice when they cannot choose between their "dads".
The question regarding asking your step-siblings is a personal choice and one that really cannot be answered without knowing you personally with all of the ins and outs of the relationship. On the surface, my advice would be to invite those with whom you are close to be members of your bridal party.
Please seek out someone who is close to you to speak to regarding the personal relationships. If you have a clergy person presiding over the wedding, ask him for guidance. Top Wedding Questions Forum Moderator - "Write your sorrows in the sand, your blessings in stone".
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Nov 24, 2007, 6:36 PM
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Have you thought about having your mother escort you down the aisle?
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Thank you. Top Wedding Questions Forum Moderator - "Write your sorrows in the sand, your blessings in stone".
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