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Post by vicki7 on Aug 14, 2011 0:13:34 GMT -5
and I got a text telling me about it at lunch today. A text, the day after. I told him I was going to hurt him the next time I see him  Not that he got married, that he didn't tell me ahead of time, I would have been on the next plane to Texas. He keeps saying they did the paperwork, not sure what that means, all I know is they are legally married. They still are planning a ceremony in March but just feel sad no one was with them and there are no pictures to commemorate it. But I am very happy  They love each other very much and are both really happy and really, that's all I can ask for. I'm a mother in law again, woo hoo! And Karen reminded me I need to make the wedding card using the wedding stamp I bought, lol. Vicki |
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Post by Nikki on Aug 14, 2011 4:36:38 GMT -5
Wow, Vicki! That's a tough one to swallow I'm sure. I can understand why you would be upset about how that situation played out! I almost cringed after reading the first couple phrases you wrote, but then you went on to a very positive spin. You are right-you are focusing on what is important, their love! Nothing can be done to change how they originally got married and I can only imagine they didn't set out to intentionally hurt your (or anyones) feelings by doing it this particular way, so it's best to keep your eyes on the positive.  Sounds like the sting will wear off soon and it's obvious that you are excited about your daughter in law! It's definitely a perfect occasion to use that stamp!! |
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Post by AnnaMatrix on Aug 14, 2011 8:35:55 GMT -5
Well said, Nikki!! Vicki, I'm glad that you're able to focus on the positive after the initial shock. It's true, if they're truly in love and good for each other, that's what counts! Sounds like there will be photo ops galore at the official ceremony next year and for many years to come. Congratulations, hon!  Gail |
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Post by vicki7 on Aug 14, 2011 10:34:49 GMT -5
I'm still sad but never about them getting married. I am very happy about that. She's a beautiful girl (inside and out) and very happy she's part of the family. And I will hold them to a ceremony, lol. I mean come on, they brought me a gorgeous wedding scrapbook kit, lol. Man, the pressure of making a wedding card on the spur of the minute, this is gonna take some thinking, lol. Vicki ps. He did promise to take a picture of the certificate,  |
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Post by joselle on Aug 14, 2011 11:32:00 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Aug 14, 2011 15:24:34 GMT -5
It sounds like you have the makings for (not only) cards, but the album, as well! You can start with the certificate, and then picture after picture after picture...all the way through March! Your new daughter-in-law is lucky to have such a positive-thinking MIL! Congratulations to all of you! |
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Post by pixie on Aug 14, 2011 15:52:10 GMT -5
I eloped. I wish I hadn't. Broke my moms heart.
Barbara
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Post by Karen W on Aug 14, 2011 21:22:36 GMT -5
Let me congratulate you again! So happy for everyone.
Lokks like there is still a wedding to plan!
Hugs
Karen
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Post by vicki7 on Aug 14, 2011 21:50:27 GMT -5
Thanks everyone! they say they are still planning the ceremony and she did say she'd love to have me come in September to go with her when she goes wedding dress shopping, woo hoo! Sad her parents aren't involved, don't understand that but she will have a Mom there with her even if it is a mother in law!!!!
Vicki
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Post by 1whoscraps on Aug 15, 2011 11:30:21 GMT -5
Well big Congrats for you and yeah I would be kind of miffed if my ds went and got married and didn't bother telling me till after the fact. Glad he found a beautiful girl to share his life with and hopefully when the grandkids come you'll get more notice  |
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Post by vicki7 on Aug 15, 2011 14:35:28 GMT -5
finally talked to him yesterday (they were on a mini honeymoon) and he said they decided to go to the courthouse because he put in his packet to change jobs in the air force and when he transfers, if they aren't married, they won't go to the same place. So I understand. As long as they still have a ceremony next spring, it's all good. I just want them to be happy and they are so all is good!
Vicki
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Post by Basketlady on Aug 15, 2011 22:12:20 GMT -5
finally talked to him yesterday (they were on a mini honeymoon) and he said they decided to go to the courthouse because he put in his packet to change jobs in the air force and when he transfers, if they aren't married, they won't go to the same place. So I understand. As long as they still have a ceremony next spring, it's all good. I just want them to be happy and they are so all is good! Vicki I wondered if this was the case. DH is in the Air Force and I know of so many couples who started out this way. Even with the marriage legal, they still aren't guaranteed to be stationed at the same base. I'll keep my fingers crossed for them! |
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Sounds like the sting will wear off soon and it's obvious that you are excited about your daughter in law! It's definitely a perfect occasion to use that stamp!! 
