It's Her Wedding But I'll Cry if I Want To
Wednesday February 2, 2005
I've just finished reading "It's Her Wedding But I'll Cry If I Want To : A Survival Guide for the Mother of the Bride" a terrific book giving witty yet practical advice for the mother of the bride. Between chapters about covering everything from a mother's emotions at hearing about her daughter's engagement to post-wedding memories, the author, Leslie Milk, writes 29 different clever lists called "reality checks" ("Projects Even Do-it-yourself Mothers Shouldn't Do", "Why the Bride Should be Discouraged from Riding off to the Reception on a Bicycle, Motorcycle, or Horse," etc.)
Since I don't have a daughter, much less a daughter of marrying-age, I am not exactly the book's target audience. However, I found a warm, motherly tone in the advice she gives, and many practical tips. As my own mother is not alive any more, I can imagine using this book as a substitute sounding board for etiquette questions, style advice, and general help. I think brides should buy a copy of this book for their mothers, and a second one to keep for themselves. That way, when questions about appropriate roles and boundaries come up, you'll each have a guide to refer to.
In fact, one of my favorite "reality checks" is titled "10 Things a Mother Should Never Discuss with the Bride." It includes such truisms as "her sex life – unless you are hoping to learn something," "the groom's hair, clothes, career, friends, or how much time he spends watching sports," and "your sex life – unless you are hoping to learn something."
It's Her Wedding But I'll Cry if I Want To" is available from Rodale Books at local bookstores near you. Compare Prices
Since I don't have a daughter, much less a daughter of marrying-age, I am not exactly the book's target audience. However, I found a warm, motherly tone in the advice she gives, and many practical tips. As my own mother is not alive any more, I can imagine using this book as a substitute sounding board for etiquette questions, style advice, and general help. I think brides should buy a copy of this book for their mothers, and a second one to keep for themselves. That way, when questions about appropriate roles and boundaries come up, you'll each have a guide to refer to.
In fact, one of my favorite "reality checks" is titled "10 Things a Mother Should Never Discuss with the Bride." It includes such truisms as "her sex life – unless you are hoping to learn something," "the groom's hair, clothes, career, friends, or how much time he spends watching sports," and "your sex life – unless you are hoping to learn something."
It's Her Wedding But I'll Cry if I Want To" is available from Rodale Books at local bookstores near you. Compare Prices
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