I'm taking over your wedding. My M. I. O. changed our venue, the guest list, and even our cake. She didn't expect us to have a secret ceremony the week before and not invite her. Let me tell you about the time my mother in law tried to hijack our wedding and ended up getting the shock of her life. I'm talking full blown takeover, venue, guest list, decorations, even the cake.
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She thought she had everything under control. She didn't. My husband and I had a secret ceremony a week before the real wedding. And guess who wasn't invited? So, my husband Mark and I got engaged about a and a half ago. We were both excited, like any couple would be. I'd always imagined a small, intimate wedding with just close friends and family.
Nothing huge, nothing flashy. Just something simple and meaningful. Mark is from Charleston, South Carolina, and I'm from Asheville, North Carolina. We figured Charleston would be perfect for the ceremony. It's beautiful, especially by the beach. Folly Beach was our first pick, laid back, cozy, and exactly our vibe.
Then we'd have a small reception in Asheville for those who couldn't make it to Charleston. We had everything planned out in our heads. But then came Debra, Mark's mom. Now, Debra isn't just your regular overbearing mom. She's the kind of person who has to be in control of everything. You know the type.
Always right, never wrong. And if things don't go her way, it's a personal offense. She's the queen of unsolicited advice and backhanded compliments. I'd seen her pull this kind of stuff before, but I thought, surely she won't try to take over our wedding. That's too much, even for her. I was wrong. It started small.
A few weeks after we got engaged, Debra began dropping suggestions. You know, like, Oh, wouldn't it be nice if you had a bigger venue? Everyone will want to come. Are you sure about that dress style? It's a little plain, don't you think? Harmless at first, but annoying. Mark and I politely nodded along but stuck to our plans.
Then, about six months before the wedding, Debra escalated. Mark and I were at home one night, just relaxing after work, when his phone buzzes. He checks it, and I see his face twist into this confused frown. I ask what's up, and he just hands me his phone without a word. It's a text from Debra. I found the perfect venue!....
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