I had a conversation with my ex's niece who is getting married, the whole wedding is paid for by her parents.
She asked if I am saving up for my DD's wedding (DD is 4 btw) I said I would rather invest in my DD's education and maybe help her with a house deposit.
She said that was rather mean as it is so important to have a nice wedding .
I said it is my job as a parent to raise my child to be a well-balanced, responsible, kind individual who can take care of herself in all aspects including being able to provide for herself financially. I did say gently that I do not agree with parents financing their daughter's wedding as I see it being outdated and very sexist. I added that I think it is important for the couple to save up for the wedding themselves as it forces them to really think about the financial aspects of a marriage (and in the meantime the relationship may end anyway)
Apparently now I am mean and tight, I am slightly miffed with her for saying these things behind my back. AIBU?
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AIBU to be miffed at being told I am mean as I am not saving up for my DD's wedding?
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DutchGirly · 05/11/2011 10:42
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