We poured everything into our son Jake’s wedding, covering most of the expenses. But at the reception, when his in-laws stood up and claimed credit for everything, I was stunned.

Jake’s fiancée, Lila, and her parents, Judy and Glenn, were polite but distant during the planning. We happily agreed to cover major costs like the venue, catering, and honeymoon. In contrast, Judy and Glenn contributed little more than napkins and the rehearsal dinner.When the big day arrived, everything was beautiful. But then Judy made a toast, claiming they had given Lila the “wedding of her dreams,” and Glenn agreed. We were shocked. It felt like a slap in the face.