A stumbling block many engaged couples face is how to word their invitations when there are divorced parents to consider. The proper way to list parents of the bride who are divorced is to list the Mother of the bride on the first line, followed by the Father of the bride on the second line, and omit the use of the word “and” between their names:
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If there is a strong relationship with a step parent, then by all means, go ahead and include his or her name along with your parent. Etiquette says you should not include a step parent in the wording, but it’s my opinion that one should not follow the rules if it’s going to be harmful to a personal relationship. The purpose of a wedding invitation is to gather loved ones for a joyous occasion, not create tension and discomfort.
