Re: How to get them to pay???
In this day and age (oh how old I feel saying that), I think a lot of old wedding traditions are are not the "norm" anymore. Society is changing and so are the views of those traditions.
I personally feel that even though something may be customary, that does not mean it's required. I in no way expect any money from anyone for our wedding. While both of our families are offering to help in their own way (like my mother doing flowers, his family giving a little cash toward the dinner), I did not - and will not - be telling them they need to contribute more. We appreciate whatever help they choose to give, but this is our wedding and will be footing most of the bill.
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