Breaking the news
So, you've decided to elope.Congratulations! Now, how will you break the news to your family and friends? Back in the day, eloping was something that young lovers did when their families didn't approve of their relationship; when they were so crazy in love they just had to be together ASAP. Running off, leaving the world behind them...so exhilarating!
Couples still do this to this day. I would assume mostly due to the high cost of weddings and not because they want to avoid the parentals. Eloping also eliminates all the stress that goes along with planning. If you're like me and not the spur-of-the moment type, the best way to prevent your loved ones from feeling out of the loop is to inform them of your plans. You don't have to tell them where or when, just let them know what's going on.When I say loved ones I mean immediate family and best friends. You don't have to tell the everyone!
When I got engaged, it didn't take long before I started receiving emails from distant relatives inquiring about invitations. This really put some pressure on me. That's when I talked it over with my fiance and we decided elopement was the route for us. Your immediate family and best friends are the most important people in your lives. It would be a little heartbreaking for them to discover you've tied the knot via a Facebook post (I posted a video of our engagement on FB and my brother was a little offended that I didn't call and tell him before hand. Sorry Louie!).
I'm all for fun and adventure, but by skipping town without a word, you run the risk of damaging a relationship. It sounds very petty, I know. After all, it is YOUR day. Weddings have a strange affect on people. We tend to get very emotional and take things to heart when we aren't included in such an important life event. So before you exchange you 'I dos', sit your loved ones down and explain to them why this is so important to you and your partner. They might not agree with you 100%, but they will appreciate your honesty in the long run.