Groom-to-be’s Showdown with Future Father-in-law Over Boozy Wedding: Who’s in the Right?

Picture this: You’re a 28-year-old man, head over heels in love with your 23-year-old fiancée. Wedding bells are ringing in the distance, and you’re knee-deep in planning the biggest day of your life. But there’s a catch. Your future father-in-law, a recovering alcoholic, wants your wedding to be a dry event. No champagne, no wine, no celebratory shots. You’re paying for the wedding, but he’s adamant. The question is, who gets to call the shots here?

A Wedding on the Horizon

The Father-in-law Factor

A Small Town, Big Issues ️

The Unexpected Request

The Groom-to-be’s Rebuttal ️

The Tension Escalates ⚡

The Accusations Fly

A Threat and a Retort

The Fiancée’s Dilemma

The Fallout ️

A Wedding Woes: The Internet Weighs In

In a twist that has the internet divided, a groom-to-be is facing off against his future father-in-law over whether their upcoming wedding should be alcohol-free. With the father-in-law being a recovering alcoholic, the request seems reasonable. But the groom, who’s footing the bill, begs to differ. He believes it’s unfair to dictate the wedding based on one person’s needs. The tension escalates, threats are made, and now the bride-to-be is caught in the crossfire. With the internet buzzing with opinions, who do you think is in the right? Let’s dive into the top responses…

Recovering addict’s father-in-law wants alcohol-free wedding, sparks debate. NTA

NTA but you’re another poster who is missing the forest for the trees.

NTA- Wedding is about you, but consider including non-drinkers

NTA. FIL wants an easy way out. Adapt and overcome!

NTA – Fiancée’s codependent relationship with father raises concerns.

NTA: Don’t let the future father-in-law ruin your wedding fun!

Future father-in-law’s overprotectiveness raises concerns for groom-to-be.

Groom-to-be stands up to future father-in-law in boozy wedding clash

“NTA” – Demanding alcohol-free wedding is self-centered and enabling alcoholism.

FIL’s recovery doesn’t mean dry wedding. Fiancee enabling AH father.

NTA. It’s your day, he needs to control himself.

ESH- Groom-to-be and future father-in-law clash over wedding plans

NTA, set boundaries with future FIL for a peaceful wedding

Wedding drama: NTA stands up to alcoholic future father-in-law

Stand your ground, but focus on your fiancée. ❤️

Recovering alcoholic groom-to-be clashes with father-in-law over boozy wedding

Weddings and booze: NTA stands up to future father-in-law

Unpopular opinion, but ESH. Addiction, insensitivity, and cruelty clash.

Recovering alcoholic stands up for personal responsibility at boozy wedding.

Groom-to-be vs Father-in-law: Wedding Showdown! Who’s right?

NTA. Stand your ground and don’t let FFIL control you!

Groom stands up for his wedding choices, father-in-law disrespects family.

Engaging caption: NTA, but is it a marriage of two or three?

No booze at family gatherings? Is this a dealbreaker?

NTA: Recovering alcoholics didn’t ask for special treatment at wedding

ESH. FIL overstepped, but losing your cool wasn’t mature either. ‍♂️

ESH. Immature behavior and unnecessary argument over wedding alcohol.

Engaging discussion on wedding alcohol and family dynamics.

NTA. Let him bring a sponsor or minder!

Engaging comment about a boozy wedding and family dynamics.

FIL’s control issues, alcoholics, and wedding planning drama

NTA: Don’t let your FIL’s selfishness ruin your special day!

ESH. Unreasonable alcohol dispute risks damaging your relationship with in-laws.

Not the a**hole for standing up for what you want!

NTA, prioritize your wedding but consider compromise for sober guests

NTA. Future father-in-law’s power struggle over wedding alcohol.

“NTA. It’s your wedding, don’t let him run the show. “

Engaging caption: A missing voice? What did the fiancee think about it?

Engage with future father-in-law, offer non-alcoholic alternatives for peace

NTA. Set boundaries with your fiance to avoid future conflicts.

NTA, but consider a dry reception until father/daughter dance.

NTA: Is it really that hard for him to compromise?

Future FIL setting you up to be blamed at wedding? NTA

Compromising on the wedding reception to include everyone’s needs.

NTA: Don’t let one person’s recovery dictate your wedding plans!

NTA: Fiancée’s family needs to back off and stop enabling him.

Is he really sober if he can’t be around alcohol?

FIL crosses the line, but OP stands up for themselves!

NTA – Manipulative father-in-law causing wedding drama. Compromise suggested.

NTA. Future father-in-law’s controlling behavior over wedding alcohol.

“NTA You have the right to serve alcohol at your wedding! “

NTA- Groom-to-be stands up to future father-in-law’s boozy demands

“Groom-to-be’s showdown with future father-in-law over boozy wedding.”

ESH. Communication is key! It’s *your* wedding, not just yours.

Is she worth it? Consider the consequences of her priorities.

NTA. Recovery means being in control. You’re not forcing alcohol.

ESH dad’s alcohol demand causes conflict, but consider his addiction.

ESH for dismissing relapse as “giving up all he had for a drink”- addiction is a monster