"My daughter is getting married in October. Immediate family members have rooms in the small inn at the venue. For many reasons, both great and small, my husband and I no longer share a bedroom. On a busy wedding weekend, I especially need a good night's sleep and the occasional quiet that comes with my own room. My daughter wants me to give her friend my room. I said no. Am I being unreasonable? P.S. We're paying for everything. Mother of the Bride"
"I understand that it's your daughter's special day and she may want things just so, but it's not like you're using the second room to store clothes. You have a need and you're meeting that need. And it will help you show up better for your daughter. But, even if it was just because a good night's sleep is what you need, that's reason enough."
A mother paying for her daughter's wedding reserved a private room at the venue because she and her husband no longer share a bedroom and she needs sleep and quiet during a busy weekend. Her daughter asked her to give the room to a friend; the mother refused. The mother is justified in keeping the room to ensure rest, privacy, and better presence for the celebration. An older, long-divorced neighbor with mobility limitations reports a neighbor's son shoveled her walk without consulting her despite prepaid arrangements. Clear communication, gracious acceptance of help, and setting firm boundaries protect independence while acknowledging kindness.
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