Bringing Friends to I-Day

Bill0510
Tue, 04 Apr 2006 21:41:54 +0000

dicta . . . As I edge into being “old,” your comment reminded me of a friend of mine. She didn’t want a big production for her wedding day: too much trouble, too expensive, don’t make such a big deal; it’s “just one day.”
She eloped.
To this day, especially now that he is gone, she regrets that she cheated her father of the joy of walking her down the aisle.

Many of the activities of I-day are only marginally for you. Most of what needs to be accomplished on that day, checking in, issuing of gear, etc. could be accomplished with little fanfare and even less ceremony.

Your parents, however, will remember the day many, many times over. Between the two, PPW is definitely a better show. If, however, the ol’ man wants to go on I-day, what’s the harm to you? At the end of the day, you will appreciate a friendly face.

Everytime I have been to Annapolis, my father [the grandfather] goes; my son does not seem to mind a really old man tagging along behind us. I only hope that my grandson–someday–is so considerate.