Big Greek Wedding

If you've seen the movie, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, you know that some traditions invite the father of the bride to make a gift to the couple. Of course, most couples don't expect the father to do this, but I've known a few couples who have had some tremendous offers from parents.

One couple I knew some years back had their choice of a large wedding, or a downpayment on a house. They chose the large wedding. They were divorced three months later and financial stresses were the primary cause.

I wonder how their marriage would have been different had they chosen the downpayment on a house instead of going for the big fat wedding . . .

If you have the prospect of a nice wedding gift like this . . . think before you opt for the one day and out. Some gifts can have a much longer impact on your life and marriage.