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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Parents who want to bring their kids make it all about them. Certain types of weddings are very formal, in major cities it costs a huge amount per plate, and most of the reception is after bedtime. You can decline; go without your spouse; or hire a babysitter or ask a family member to watch your kids and enjoy the evening.[/quote]

With 5 weddings this summer it's a burden for 1 spouse to travel alone to every wedding. Some of which are also during the week to save money.[/quote]

DP. So pick and choose. The most "important" wedding (of a sibling or very close friend, or where one of you is IN the wedding) might merit finding overnight help with the kids at home. Another wedding might be a case of "This is your friend/relative, so you attend solo" and yet another, "This is my friend/relative, so I'll go solo." And some weddings, you just RSVP with "no" and good wishes.

No one is saying anyone MUST go to all five weddings. Adults know how to choose priorities and say no to some things. Preferably without whining about it or holding grudges. [/quote]

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