Think back to the first time you visited your significant other?s parent?s house for a family gathering or holiday. You picked out a perfectly conservative yet trendy outfit, and maybe even did a quick Google search to see what was customary to bring. You decided on their mom?s favorite flowers and went across town for a specific imported bottle of wine for their dad. You mentally went over some talking points and had answers for all the uncomfortable or hard questions. But, all that planning went right out the door as soon as you opened it, because all eyes were on you. There was laughing, drinking, and fun, but it all stopped to give enough time for everyone to turn their head and look at you.
If this scenario seems familiar, chances are, when you met your significant other, you were also introduced to an entirely new culture. This might have been overwhelming at first, but now, maybe it?s one of your favorite things about your partner. So when the question has been popped and you’re planning your big day, consider how to make sure each one of your cultures is represented perfectly. Put yourself in your guest?s shoes, and keep in mind throughout the planning process the initial shock you felt walking into that new environment. It can be very simple to make everyone feel included, entertained, and loved at a dual culture wedding and it starts with just keeping everyone in the loop. So…
Be Bilingual
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