If my daughter chose someone else to be her Maid of Honor, what is a mother typically supposed to be or do at her daughter's $25,000.00 wedding?
2007-12-25 13:30:34 · 28 answers · asked by itsme 6 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
the mother is not usually the maid of honor. The mother of the bride is usually the mother of the bride.
2007-12-25 13:32:52 · answer #1 · answered by sandi10017 2 · 11⤊ 1⤋
The price of the wedding is not relevant. The MOB is normally NOT the Maid of Honor. The maid of honor stands next to the bride at the wedding and helps with holding, flowers, bridal train etc. she also helps oganize the brides maid lucheon and coordinates them for the procession. The MOB usually helps the bride with budgeting, picking the dress, invitations, reception venue and is always on the receiving line. More importantly just be there for her and honor her wishes as best you can even if you dont quite agree. Remember, this is HER day. Her remembering that you were there for her will make all the difference in years to come. So many mothers try to live out there wedding fantasies through their daughters which often back fires. My mother made my wedding a disaster because of her selfishness. Just be glad that your there in whatever capacity. I wish you and your daughter much happiness.
2007-12-25 23:10:40 · answer #2 · answered by arelda1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are supposed to be the brides mom and you will be escorted down the isle before any of the members of the wedding party. You will get to pick out a fancy dress though...at the last wedding I went to, the bride and groom had a time during the actual wedding where they actually walked over to each of their moms and gave them a rose and a hug... I thought that was a sweet way to include the moms and let them know how much they are loved and appreciated. You might suggest that to your daughter.
2007-12-25 21:36:10 · answer #3 · answered by dizzymissy1985 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The mother of the bride is supposed to be The mother of the bride. Were you supposed to be the Maid of Honor? I've never seen a mother of the bride as the Maid of Honor and I've been to alot of weddings. They just get attention for being the mother of the bride.
2007-12-25 21:34:37 · answer #4 · answered by lacrosselover 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
the mother is hardly ever the maid of honor because she's already known as the mother of the bride.
you can toast the couple, you might be asked to sign the wedding license, and aside from that your job is to ENJOY THE DAY.
2007-12-26 01:48:03 · answer #5 · answered by Erica S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mother of the Bride is what she is supposed to be. The Maid of Honor is very rarely the mother of the bride. Why on earth would a mother want to step into a position of lesser honor anyway?
If I may be so bold, throwing in the price tag has the undertone of pulling purse strings to bend her to your will. Please don't do that.
I'm betting your daughter would rate this answer higher than you will!
2007-12-25 22:56:19 · answer #6 · answered by bountifiles 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Of course you have to act as her mother or a Matron of Honor, accompany your daughter to the altar together with your husband and entertain guests during the reception. Entertaining guests during the reception is your vital role since the newly wed couple are the center of attraction during the entire affair and they could not really do the entertaining. It's what my mom did during mine and so with my 3 sisters' wedding.
2007-12-25 21:41:57 · answer #7 · answered by joanSD 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The mother isn't usually the maid of honor at a $100 wedding.
Your job is to relax and enjoy seeing your daughter start this new phase in her life. If you think she has other expectations you need to ask her and be honest about whether or not you are willing to try and meet them.
2007-12-25 21:33:12 · answer #8 · answered by pspoptart 6 · 4⤊ 1⤋
You have the great honor of being the mother of the bride. I've never heard of a mother of the bride being the Maid (or Matron) of Honor.
2007-12-25 22:09:44 · answer #9 · answered by Melissa 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
why mention the cost of the wedding? surely your daughters happiness and well being are you main considerations.if she is old enough to get married the choice should be hers anyway.she is about to make her own way in life now, and you should let her. i,m not saying stop being her mum you will always be there for her but there is a time to let your children go. i am speaking as a 59 year old grandparent. hope this helps.bye.
2007-12-25 21:42:57 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you are a mother, enjoy the wedding. This is the best day of your daughter's life. You should be happy because you daughter is happy. Help her get ready because she can be nervous. Support her and help her.
2007-12-25 21:34:18 · answer #11 · answered by Cecilia T 1 · 5⤊ 0⤋