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I can relate. I have a sister that I have cut off because she was never really a sister to me. She was abusive when I was younger and our views and choices are drastically different.
I was considering inviting her to accompany my mom but would never extend an invite because I want to. (I didn't invite her as my mom has other friends to accompany her) I don't want to invite people who have wronged me in my life and never owned up to me / made amends. I understand she is family but I am an adult, I have to option to decide whether to invite someone that will trigger me. I m fully ok with never having any sort of relationship with her should she take this "uninvite" personally. I have already cut her off, so it's not like inviting her or not inviting her would change anything.
Do you want to change your relationship with your mother/older sister for the future through this wedding? Are you planning to make amends? Will their presence trigger you or affect you during the wedding? Do you have a good amount of friends and family that will be there for you, which negates 2 family members missing the event? These are some questions to ask yourself.
Thank you, this was very helpful!
I have a sister that’s bipolar and refuses to take medication. As a result she is not in my life and will not be at my wedding. You should invite whomever you feel will be there to genuinely support you and your marriage. If a certain person won’t, don’t invite them. G’luck!
Thank you for sharing!
I’m currently dealing with this myself with an abusive alcoholic mom. I’m inviting her but having the bartender not serve her/ only offer her mocktails. That’s very specific to me but figured I’d share so you know you’re not alone.
Much appreciated and thank you for sharing!
Not sister/mother but I chose not to invite 2 cousins (brothers) because they both cause drama and scenes. I end up inviting their brother, sister, and they’re parents (aunt/uncle). Aunt and uncle were a bit upset but understood my reasoning.
You’re wedding is to celebrate you and your spouse and be a wonderful day, if inviting someone that is going to interfere with your happiness on one of your biggest days then they don’t need to be there, family or not.
My fiancé is not inviting his dad bc he ruined their family.
It is totally a personal decision. I am not inviting my father who I stopped speaking to, or my stepsister and brother. It’s my day- anything that is going to cause more stress, or potentially cause a scene is being cut out.
I agree with you. I don't think we can enjoy our day if we are facing those who hurt us or made us feel uncomfortable.
Haven't spoken to my mother in 11 years. She's not invited and I don't expect her to try and show up. Earlier on, I would have been worried about her crashing but it seems less likely over time and I am at peace with it (which is a shock to me as well). It's tough; good luck!
I would honestly protect your peace and not invite them. You do not owe them anything.
I'm so sorry you're going through this. I've never experienced it. So I guess I'm not really in the best place to give a piece of advice.
My friend did this to her mom. She was her only relative but pretty much abused her since childhood. She did not invite her and fortunately it did not cause more drama.
It's your personal choice and decision really. After all, it's your special day. I'd say follow your heart.
How about some of your relatives? Are they still in touch with your mother and sister? That's gonna be tough. Best of luck!