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For most engaged couples,planningtheir wedding is full of excitement and joy.
So the difficult times should be far outnumbered by moments of bliss!
Below, youll find a story that the soon-to-be husband recentlysharedon the Am I the [Jerk]?
subreddit detailing the difficult situation, as well as some of the thoughts readers had.
Having certain expectations going into the planning can be difficult, especially when the reality doesnt match the expectations.
And parents might feel like they can make more decisions if theyre paying for the occasion.
But etiquette coach Lillian Njiru says that contributing financially should be like giving a gift.
And we dont get to dictate what others do with presents weve given them once theyve been handed over.
In fact, it can be a beautiful and meaningful gesture.
Being pressured into doing something that your family wants isnt the ideal way to spend your special day.
Christina Hibbertalso explains that special occasions can be particularly painful.
It may be helpful to continue celebrating anniversaries and birthdays for years to come.
When it comes to supporting a grieving parent,A Place for Momrecommends being very patient.
There is no timeline when it comes to grief, and unfortunately, healing is not linear.
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