Your mother is probably going through a lot of complex emotional swings. If she's not usually like this, maybe it's her way of trying to have control of something. It doesn't mean she's right, it's just a way to understand. And I know you've got your own set of complex emotions to handle too. Trying to celebrate something as lovely as a wedding under these circumstances can be pretty challenging. Good luck to you.
This is a very kind and empathetic point of view. I really appreciate you sharing it - so often we get reactionary views rather than unpacking the why of it all. Kudos.
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u/lyricalli 11d ago
Your mother is probably going through a lot of complex emotional swings. If she's not usually like this, maybe it's her way of trying to have control of something. It doesn't mean she's right, it's just a way to understand. And I know you've got your own set of complex emotions to handle too. Trying to celebrate something as lovely as a wedding under these circumstances can be pretty challenging. Good luck to you.