2007-10-01 19:13:16 · 15 answers · asked by jlg_jdf 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Funny you should ask... my fiance and I were just discussing this less than an hour ago. We are planning to have them both at the same time.
Part of the reason is that we don't want our guests to have to sit through so many formalized dances -- we want to let them out on the floor as soon as possible. Another reason is that we are both a little shy about our dancing and would prefer to have the attention split among as many people as possible. Finally, it means we only have to pick out one good parent/child song -- I am having trouble with this part, because all the songs seem really cheesy or completely overused.
So, yes, in my opinion it is completely okay!
2007-10-01 21:06:48 · answer #1 · answered by Emmy Jo (13 weeks with #2) 7 · 4⤊ 1⤋
In "the old days" way back in the 1900s, this was not uncommon. First dad & bride would take a few turns about the room, get their 60 seconds in the spotlight, then mom & groom would join in. When the second song began, bride & groom would take their 60 seconds in the spot light, then both pairs of parents would join in followed by members of the wedding party. At the start of the third song, EVERYBODY joined in and the dancing went on half the night. (It's a good idea to ask a few guests to lead the way, to get onto the dance floor at the start of that third song as a signal to the other guests that they can do likewise.)
2007-10-02 02:14:05 · answer #2 · answered by kill_yr_television 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've been to a few weddings where this was the case,and I think it's a great idea! The guests will stay focused (and not get distracted and start talking to each other) and plus you and your parents will be more comfortable bc you're not the only ones on the dance floor.
Congrats!
2007-10-02 02:42:06 · answer #3 · answered by LoLo 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's your wedding... you could do the Cha Cha if you wanted to. However, the 2 dances are seen as a chance for each parent to have their own dance with their child as a 'child' for the last time. For that reason alone, it's sweet to keep them separate so each gets their own personal remembrance of the wedding day.
2007-10-01 19:17:21 · answer #4 · answered by wldntulike_2know 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah sure don't see why not, just pick a song that is suitable for both. Don't ask me what that is though! That will probably be your next question posted lol!
2007-10-02 00:38:44 · answer #5 · answered by BTB2211 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If that is what the bride wants, who cares what someone else might think or say?
Go for it. Enjoy the day.
2007-10-01 19:16:43 · answer #6 · answered by English teacher 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely! And your guests will appreciate it, too, as its one less dance that they have to sit through ;)
2007-10-01 19:16:01 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, that's done a lot.
2007-10-02 01:06:03 · answer #8 · answered by Lydia 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is okay
2007-10-01 19:29:39 · answer #9 · answered by imdad a 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
that's actually a good idea. something different and something that will be remembered. i think it's ok.
2007-10-01 19:16:19 · answer #10 · answered by Thats what she said 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋