Hi All,

I am stressed about my mom's relationship with my fiance. I think I am just sad that I hear about a lot of people who's family "adores" their future spouse, and although they don't dislike him, they don't "adore" him either. I realize that this relationship is just about me, him, and the Lord, but it makes me sad that there isn't more joy or excitement on their part about me getting married to him. It takes some of my joy away from getting married and makes me question if I am making the right decision. I don't know what I would do without him, but my mom is my best friend and it hurts that they don't click more.

I know my mom is sad that I am leaving her and getting married and that doesn't take away any stress, but I don't feel that her grieving is the only reason she is not more excited for us. I put a lot of weight in my mom's opinions, and so it hurts to not feel like she is totally and excitedly on board, even though she is supportive.

I think I need more encouragement and confirmation about our relationship, and that they would become closer and connect and that my mom would heal from her grief of us being separated and that she and my fiance would become what I would love for them to have if that's His will, and for peace if that isn't going to be the case.

Thank you all, you are wonderful and I am praying that the Lord would bless each and every one of you.