Post by Bradley on Feb 1, 2014 1:35:35 GMT -5
Justus,
Now don't judge me but WHY is a wedding always about the bride? Why is the groom often ignored and the occasion is not about both of them? I find this offensive as a man who, by tradition, is supposed to "take care of her," but is ignored as a partner in the relationship.
The whole deal about the day being about the bride is sexist, as far as I'm concerned. Television shows like "Bridezillas" make men look like idiots who have no value in a marriage. What are your thoughts?
I'm engaged right now and would like a private ceremony with my wife to be, our parents, and maybe one our closest friends (1 each). We can have a reception later (IF one at all). But I don't want to go glamorous on the wedding. I would rather have an exotic honeymoon or keep a nice chunk for savings. I believe the most important people at a wedding is God, the bride AND the groom. My fiance is having a fit about my position on weddings. She says I'm being inconsiderate and selfish. I love her dearly and anticipate on the moment I'll be waking up next to her each morning but I still stand firm on my view.
I'm not financially limited nor am I concerned about cost, just wisdom. She choosed our house, the honeymoon cruise, and the ring. Can't a man have some respect in this too?
Now don't judge me but WHY is a wedding always about the bride? Why is the groom often ignored and the occasion is not about both of them? I find this offensive as a man who, by tradition, is supposed to "take care of her," but is ignored as a partner in the relationship.
The whole deal about the day being about the bride is sexist, as far as I'm concerned. Television shows like "Bridezillas" make men look like idiots who have no value in a marriage. What are your thoughts?
I'm engaged right now and would like a private ceremony with my wife to be, our parents, and maybe one our closest friends (1 each). We can have a reception later (IF one at all). But I don't want to go glamorous on the wedding. I would rather have an exotic honeymoon or keep a nice chunk for savings. I believe the most important people at a wedding is God, the bride AND the groom. My fiance is having a fit about my position on weddings. She says I'm being inconsiderate and selfish. I love her dearly and anticipate on the moment I'll be waking up next to her each morning but I still stand firm on my view.
I'm not financially limited nor am I concerned about cost, just wisdom. She choosed our house, the honeymoon cruise, and the ring. Can't a man have some respect in this too?
