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Jenn
Frequent user April 2019 Saskatchewan

Uninvite a guest?

Jenn, on April 2, 2019 at 20:42 Posted in Before the wedding 0 12
I have this friend that can be very difficult. I'm feeling like the only reason we are friends is because we always have been. She's more like a cousin. The majority of our interactions for nearly a year have been negative.

A few weeks ago, she wrote me a very long letter that pretty much outlined everything that she thinks I'm doing wrong in life (we are a blended family). There was a long list of complaints that were (imo) completely ridiculous and dramatic. The overall tone was very disdainful, especially towards my FH.

I phoned her today to try to clear the air. I had told her that if she didn't agree with this life change, then they probably shouldn't attend. She assured me that she would be there to support me, but that she couldn't speak on behalf of her husband, and went on to add a few other things that really rubbed me the wrong way.

So, a few weeks before my wedding they decide that I'm making a mistake?! We are having a small wedding - less than 40 people. Them deciding that they hate my FH will stick out... I feel like I need to officially uninvite them, as it's only two weeks remaining, and I just really do not want to deal with the drama.

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Latest activity by Vinod, on April 8, 2019 at 11:38
  • Vinod
    Top August 2017 Ontario
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    You seem settled with the answer to a limit yet not fully. If you feel that you want her there attending, leave it as it as with 2 guests.

    If not happy about this whole situation and FH will not be as excited or happy for her being there and you want him to know your on the same page, still have her not attend and this way it becomes less troublesome.

    Be happy and don't have anyone there you feel will make things go downhill.

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  • Jenn
    Frequent user April 2019 Saskatchewan
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    A quick update... My friend says that she wants to come, not her husband, just her and their daughter. I'm still feeling unsettled about it, and my FH wants to stay out of it. He thinks that if he has any input at all, she'll turn into a "your husband won't let you...." situation. I'm feeling like it is lose-lose in every scenario. Thank you all for your comments. Sometimes it's just nice to know that you're not the only one being hit with unnecessary drama.
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  • Allison
    Master October 2019 Ontario
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    As someone who's dealt with similar drama in my life, I would un-invite, especially since your wedding is small and intimate. Back in university, I had a "friend" sit me down after I broke up with my ex and told me I was being selfish, manipulative, and ruining my ex's life and my own. Haven't talked since. I was also told to get over a car crash that gave me whiplash - but that's another story all together.

    Just know, that any relationship you have with this person, it'll be done by un-inviting her, which is probably for the best IMO. If she brought up her concerns when you started dating your FH, that makes more sense than two weeks before the wedding. She and her husband seem toxic to you and your FH and I think you'd both be better off w/o them!

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  • A
    Devoted October 2019 Ontario
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    I am having a very similar situation except it is with my FH mother and younger sister, mom doesn't like us together and sister is all about causing drama. We ( FH and I ) are sitting down with his mom this weekend to talk about these issues, I don't want any negativity there. I hope we can resolve the issues but I'm not holding my breath.


    Talk to your friend face to face with her husband, who knows maybe they will have a change of heart.

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  • Vinod
    Top August 2017 Ontario
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    I say go for go for it to uninvite your guest and husband to attend. They don't feel the same about you as they have before. Its a shame that one member of the family has so much bad vibes towards you and FH to be. I wouldn't call to let her know they are uninvited, rather email.

    Cut the connection off for good and not have anything to do with them even if you see them in future gatherings.

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  • Tori
    Top October 2019 Manitoba
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    I agree, as much as negative energy is unwanted - maybe you could just ask that if her husband feels this way you would really appreciate if only she attended. I would express my concern but over something like this I wouldn't uninvite them.

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  • Amanda
    Super June 2019 Ontario
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    I would uninvite for sure. Whether you think they will cause drama or not - you still shouldn't have to spend a second worrying about that on your wedding day (or any other day in your life).. I would say it's not worth the risk. You don't care to have her there, she doesn't support you and hates your fiance... I'd say it's a no brainer.

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  • Gina
    Super April 2019 Alberta
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    Having a blended family is extremely hard. The last thing you need is negative comments towards your relationship. People don’t see what goes on behind closed doors, and that immediately makes her assumptions invalid. The fact that she is doing this right before the wedding is ridiculous. If she was so concerned, why did she not speak up sooner. I have been with my FH for 10 years, and we are a blended family. We have gone through SO much in those years. I dare someone to say something negative about him, because they would not be stepping foot near my wedding. Lol
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  • Stephanie
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    I agree with Erin... that's something I cannot imagine being easy in any way to do but it seems necessary.... like who writes a letter to explain what you're doing wrong in life?!?!?!? And as a friend too???? I wouldn't accept that if it was from my own Mother who would be one of the only people who i would allow to put in her 2 cents on my life...

    Wow this is a level of drama I cannot even comprehend. Maybe, keep them on the guest list but if anything negative on the day of your wedding arises plan to have someone be able to escort them if needed? Though that might cause a scene too... I just worry if you un-invite them they'll get even more upset and come crash the wedding anyways... I'm so sorry you have to deal with this.

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  • Holly
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    I hope they don't bring drama to the wedding, however if you really think they might it may be best to uninvite them. Unfortunately I have absot no tips on how to do this other than just being straight and honest, express your feelings and be firm. I know I for sure would uninvite anyone, even family, who constantly give me a hard time over my FH or make rude comments about him. That person doesn't belong at the celebration of your love and relationship. I'm so sorry you're dealing with this and really hope they come to their senses but if not just remember you have so much other family and friends that are there to support you and that love you!
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  • Bianca
    Master August 2019 Ontario
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    Maybe they won't bring drama to the wedding? My brother was once best man at his friends wedding and wrote the groom a similar letter outlining why he shouldn't marry his bride. He stepped down as best man and attended as a guest, the wedding went on, and somehow the friendship continued. If she says she wants to be there to support you, let her. Things do change and maybe somewhere down the line she will realize that she made a mistake.

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  • Erin
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    I'm not sure how you would go about this but i think it might be necessary. If her husband dosen't come how will she or you respond, you don't want everyone whispering and feeling awkward on your day especially since your wedding is very intimate. If you do uninvite her be prepared for future issues.
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