Lauren

I happily accepted a more modest option when they suggested it because I don't want to seem pushy or entitled.

Plus, typically the groom's family pays for the honeymoon, so I didn't know they were offended by that.

Maybe I really did come off as entitled, but that was honestly never my intention.

Regardless, I don't think that justifies testing me like this.

He wasn't the mastermind, but he never stopped them and didn't see why it was wrong or manipulative until I told him I was upset.

And part of me wonders if he was manipulated by his parents to think this was acceptable.

I'm torn between calling it off or having a conversation with him and asking him to go to couples counseling and set some serious boundaries with his parents.

I also see some suggestions recommending that I talk to his brother's ex-wife.

I think that's a good idea, but I'm honestly really nervous about it.

I don't have her number, but I follow her on Instagram, so I'm considering DMing her and asking to call her.

I'm pretty overwhelmed with the attention that this post is getting, but I'm super appreciative for everyone's support and love.

I think I have realized I have a people-pleasing tendency and a need to keep the peace, but I'm trying to force myself to break out of that.

It's all just really scary and I feel really lonely.

My natural inclination is to forgive and forget so I can still have a family.

I know that's not the best idea.

I know change needs to happen.

I'm still figuring out where to go from here.

I'm sorry this posts so long.

I tried to add my update to a new post, but the mods removed it.

I don't know why.