i politely said no.
I’ve lived in my parents house for 15 years, and we have put a lot of work into the backyard — deck, rose bushes, outdoor kitchen, the works.
A few weeks ago, a woman came to my door. She said she grew up in our house and always dreamed of getting married in the backyard where she used to play. She even offered to pay for everything.
I politely said no. I don’t want a bunch of strangers trampling through the yard I’ve spent years fixing up. She cried and left, but now my neighbor is calling me “nasty” for not letting her have the wedding there.
I honestly feel like it was such a strange request, but now I’m wondering if we look heartless for saying no. What do you think?
2025/9/28 Edited to
It’s a no for me. She’s asking to use your back yard. But where would she dress? Where would anyone use bathroom facilities? See, it’s not just the yard. It’s strangers on your property. She doesn’t live there. Your yard, front or back is not a public park. You did the right thing for you.