As your wedding plans progress, gradually start sharing your excitement about the wedding plans. Say things like, “we took a look around at venues today and it was really fun,” or “I’ve been looking through bridal magazines for dresses I might like.” This one works great: “I received the sweetest engagement card in the mail today from Aunt Mary! She sounds so excited for us!” My advice is to just say normal, typical, wedding-planning things, as if it’s any other conversation with your parents. Don’t make a big deal out of the plans at first but start to plant the seed that your wedding is for real and that you are taking action.
This is what I urged Jen to do with her mom. Slowly start releasing information about your ideas, just in the normal course of conversation. It piques curiosity.
Keep reading as I share the remaining steps to get your parents excited about your wedding plans.
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