The Plight of an Always Late Mother
We all have that one family member or friend who is always late to every event and gets on everyone’s nerves. In this story, a 33-year-old man faced the perennial problem of his constantly tardy mother.
Seeking advice, he turned to Reddit’s ‘Am I the A**hole’ subreddit and shared his clever trick to ensure his mother arrived on time for his wedding.
The man described his mother as a wonderful person but lamented that punctuality was not her strong suit. The habitual lateness had disappointed him and his two sisters on numerous occasions. It was time for him to take matters into his own hands.
Wedding Planning Woes
As the man began planning his wedding, his soon-to-be wife expressed her concern about his mother missing the first part of the ceremony due to her tardiness. This was a critical issue as both the bride’s and groom’s mothers were supposed to participate in lighting the unity candle, symbolizing the coming together of their families. It couldn’t be done without his mother being there.
To solve this problem without involving his wife, the man came up with a brilliant plan. He approached the printer responsible for the wedding invitations and had one special invitation made. The start time on this special invitation was set one hour earlier than the actual time.
The Big Day Arrives
On the wedding day, the groom’s mother was, as expected, still late. However, due to the extra hour given to her on the intentionally incorrect invitation, she arrived on time. The man recalls how his mother was initially frantic when leaving the house, thinking they would miss the wedding. But when she noticed other guests arriving at the same time and parking their cars, she felt relieved and went along with the perceived delay.
The ceremony proceeded beautifully, with no hiccups. The wedding pictures turned out stunning, and the reception was a success. It seemed like the groom’s plan had worked perfectly.
The Unexpected Confrontation
Later that day, during a family dinner, the groom’s mother started questioning why people hadn’t started eating yet. The groom, quick on his feet, replied with a playful remark, “We knew we would be waiting for you since you are always late.” His mother became defensive, denying always being late and claiming she had been on time for the wedding. However, the truth was that they had arrived 45 minutes after the time on their invitation.
Some family members found the situation funny and couldn’t help but snicker. The groom’s mother demanded an explanation, and he had no choice but to come clean and tell her about the “special invitation” he had arranged.
The Aftermath
After sharing his story on Reddit, the man received overwhelming support and validation from users who empathized with his struggle. Redditors agreed that his mother should be grateful for the effort he put in to ensure her full participation in the wedding. Some even admired his clever scheme, as it saved his mother from being labeled an “a**hole” for arriving late.
Many users expressed astonishment at the mother’s obliviousness, having arrived 45 minutes late and still believing the wedding started behind schedule. They believed this incident should serve as a wake-up call for her.
Share Your Thoughts
We’ve all dealt with family members or friends who are perpetually late, causing frustration and inconvenience. What are your thoughts on this common problem? Do you think it’s important to address the issue or give them a pass? Share your thoughts and experiences, and let’s discuss!
