Does any one else find this a bit odd? My father passed quite a few years ago and my mom wants to have a mother daughter dance. I have never heard of this before...
2007-01-31 12:12:31 · 16 answers · asked by Jessica S 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Go ahead and do it....as it is not strange--just different and not in the norm of things, of course. The announcer could prompt the occasion and explain to the guests, by saying something in memory of your dad and the fact that he could not be there for the "father-daughter dance". I am positive everyone will find that gesture very thoughtful and sweet and definitely very refreshing. Your mom is a wonderful person and very creative to think of this idea.
2007-01-31 12:34:13 · answer #1 · answered by Mei Lin 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Many bride's have mother/daughter dances if they are especially close with their mom or their fahter is no longer with them. I think it is a very nice way to show your mom how much you appreciate her.
For a list of song suggestions I recommend the free song guide at www.customweddingsolutions.com. Here are some of the songs they suggest:
The First Lady in My Life. Paul Todd
Wind Beneath My Wings. Bette Midler
Through the Years. Kenny Rogers
A Song for Mama. Boyz II Men
A Song for My Son. Mikki Viereck
What a Wonderful World. Louis Armstrong
Because You Loved Me. Celine Dion
Unforgettable. Natalie & Nat King Cole
Have I Told You Lately. Rod Stewart
Forever Young. Alphaville
Sunrise Sunset. Fiddler on the Roof Soundtrack
In My Life. Beatles
The Perfect Fan. Backstreet Boys
The Rose. Bette Midler
I am Your Child. Barry Manilow
2007-01-31 12:56:17 · answer #2 · answered by Mommy-of-Twins 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
This is a new one to me, but I wouldn't say totally uncalled for. If it makes you uncomfortable, come up with something else you and your mom could do together, like lighting a candle in memory of your dad at the ceremony, or make a toast to honor your mom. Or, if you're OK with a mother-daughter dance, simply announce to everyone that you and your mom are sharing a dance in memory of your dad. It's your day, and as long as you consider your mom's feelings, do what makes you happy.
2007-01-31 12:26:53 · answer #3 · answered by Leslie L 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, it's not strange. My father had died two years before my wedding, so I had arranged to have the dance with my older brother. It wasn't great. However, some time later my mom came and got me for a dance, and it was WAY COOL.
2007-01-31 22:47:02 · answer #4 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
OK, my mother wanted to do this, but my father is still with us!! EVEN weirder!!!! So no, I do not think it is weird, and i have been at a wedding when a daughter and mother danced together. She lost her father also.
I think you should do what you want and not worry what other people will think. I think everyone will find it extremely touching.
2007-01-31 12:50:51 · answer #5 · answered by loulou 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you feel uncomfortable with it you might find another wedding tradition you can share. Personally I have seen a Mother-Daughter dance and it was absolutely beautiful.
2007-01-31 14:32:30 · answer #6 · answered by Stephanie N 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
this is funny to hear. My mom just asked me the same thing. My father is still alive, but my mom raised me for 19 years by herself. I told her I would think about it. Its not a bad thing..she just wants to dance with her daughter. I am going to suprise my mom with our song at the reception and ask for my mom to dance with me. It only takes up 3 mins..i think she's worth it. Congrats.
2007-01-31 14:47:59 · answer #7 · answered by ALF08 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Extreme motherly love is many times manifested in strange ways! If you are embarrassed, explain nicely to your mother your embarrassment, I believe that she'll come to understand (dancing with your mother though, is not a big deal).
2007-01-31 12:17:15 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
A lot of brides are doing this now. I think that if it is something your mom is requesting it probably would mean a lot to her.
You can check out a list of song suggestions at www.customweddingsolutions.com. Just click on the free song guide page.
2007-01-31 12:19:20 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I have never heard of it either and I think it is ridiculous. The groom should ask her to dance but NO not Mother and Daughter. No way can she take the place of Father here. I would say to her
"Mother ,This is out of the question. It would be embarrassing."
2007-01-31 12:48:32 · answer #10 · answered by Jill ❤'s U.S.A 7 · 0⤊ 5⤋