My boyfriend is the father of the bride. We have been living together for almost 4 years, but we are not engaged. I just found out from Grandmother of the bride that my name is shown on the wedding invitation. I was not consulted and her father has not seen the invitation. I will be helping financially but I don't want to be shown on invitation. Is that weird?
I have 2 daughters, 19 and 24 yrs old that have not married yet. I don't want to offend them. I would not include my boyfriend's name on their wedding invitations when the time comes.
I was married to my ex for 25 years and I am pretty independent financially and emotionally. I am ok with helping and not being recognized as a parent of the bride. I would rather see her father recognized.
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Re: [nana2275] Girlfriend of FOB listed on wedding invite
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Dear Nana,
You are a real sweetie. But, this is an honor. So, even though you are a gracious person who gives, but doesn't want recognition, doesn't mean others don't want to recognize you.
This is fine. Don't worry. Just smile and enjoy the wedding.
And, you do whatever you want and need to do when it comes time for your daughters to marry. It isn't reciprocal to list your boyfriend's name on the invitation unless your daughters wish it.
Girlfriend of FOB listed on wedding invite
