So messed up. I will never, ever understand this trend. No problem with a party after elopement, but hiding it is just wrong.
I had a friend elope. Threw not 1, but three of these! Three different cities/states. The only difference is they're not re-doing the ceremony. Still, like wtf?
I love myself, too. But I just don't need to throw three AW parties, just because I got married, lol.
I had a former coworker who, at year 7, was planning a vow renewal ceremony for their 10th wedding anniversary. But it was basically a re-do of her wedding, because she had just loved that day so much (her words). 200+ guest list, bridal party, big poofy white wedding gown. The whole 9 yards.
I am not exaggerating, she was the biggest attention whore I have ever met. And that was my opinion, even before I heard about her vow renewal extravaganza.
Oh! And don't think they had a small wedding or JOP courthouse wedding the first time around and she felt like she was missing out. There actual wedding was an event as big, if not bigger.
Why can't people just throw parties for the sake of throwing a party anymore? To be honest my wedding was freaking awesome and we've had a lot of people suggest we do it again because the venue was so unique, our band was amazing, and the food was delicious. And I totally would if I could afford it! But I wouldn't try to tie it to my marriage I'd just say "hey party at the museum - put on your tux and lets go dancing just because life is too short not to have fun and get fancy!"
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