As she opened the door, the bride to be let out a blood-chilling scream. She felt as if she had stepped into her personal nightmare and could not believe the scene unfolding before her eyes.
She could hear her husband running towards her, but it was too late, - there was no way she could look at him the same after this. The only thing she could do now was calling off the wedding...
Star Crossed Lovers
Rick and Tracey were a perfect match. The couple had met through work and shared so many similar interests. After a whirlwind romance, Rick couldn’t wait any longer to ask Tracey to spend the rest of their lives together.
While everything between the couple was perfect, there was one major problem. When Tracey looked down at her sparkling engagement ring, there was an unavoidable major red flag. The young woman didn’t think a creative solution existed to her problem, but she couldn’t risk losing the man she loved.
A Mother-In-Law From Nightmares
Everything about Rick was perfect, except for his overbearing mother. Tracey had been introduced to Gina when the couple first started dating but the two women had consistently clashed. Gina would insult everything from Tracey’s shoes to her photographs on Instagram.
Tracey stared lovingly into Rick’s eyes and thought of their future together, and pictured a life full of travel and starting a family. However, when Tracey thought about this bright future it exploded when she remembered Gina would be in her life forever.
The Negativity Never Stopped
It felt like Gina had a plan to make sure Tracey knew how much she was disliked. Every time the couple was affectionate they heard Rick’s mother sigh in disgust. After the proposal, Tracey thought everything got worse.
Gina had a negative opinion on everything. She disliked Tracey’s color choice, she hated Tracey’s suggestions for entertainment, but there was one thing in particular that Gina thought was awful. It was the single most important part of her wedding, but if Gina had her way the couple would never make it down the aisle.
A Long-Time Dream
Tracey had dreamed about her wedding since she was a little girl. She always imagined one detail in particular, and that was to have a destination wedding. After weeks of researching, Tracey was convinced she found the perfect spot.
She excitedly told Rick her big plans, and as long as Tracey was happy Rick would do anything possible. The couple dreaded the moment that Gina would find out their plans. They thought they had seen all of her vicious reactions but nothing prepared them couple for this mortifying reaction.
A Colombian Destination Wedding
Tracey thought the country of Colombia was the perfect spot to say her vows. She imagined her friends and family surrounding her and Rick on a secluded beach and saw them dancing into the sunset.
The couple decided to invite Gina over for dinner and reveal their plans. They anxiously prepared dinner and just hoped for a positive outcome. Tracey had one more big reveal for Gina that even Rick didn’t know about.
The Perfect Dress
When Tracey pictured herself saying her vows, she pictured herself in a one-of-a-kind dress. She didn’t want to buy something off the racks and had researched wedding dress designers for years when she was single.
The perfect dress for Tracey was by exclusive Israeli designer Galia Lahav. Tracey wondered how her mother-in-law would react to this non-traditional and unique decision. When Gina finally gave her opinion, her words cut Tracey to the bone.
This Is Ridiculous!
When Gina arrived at Rick and Tracey’s house, she sniffed at the decor and refused to take her shoes off. As the couple rolled their eyes, they tried to ignore the comments about the cleanliness of the house. Tonight was a big night, and they hoped that Gina would be stunned into silence.
The family of three sat down at the table and slowly began telling Gina about their upcoming wedding plans. Gina slowly chewed her food as she listened and then took a sip of wine. When she opened her mouth to speak, nothing but venom came out of her lips.
Scathing Comments And Concerns
The couple thought they were prepared to hear Gina’s complaints but this was a whole new level. Gina was furious her only son was going to get married so far away. She said the couple were being selfish making everyone travel to a whole different country.
Gina also questioned how the wedding planning would go if nobody spoke English. Every time Rick tried to calm his mother down, she got angrier. Soon her face was red and she was shouting unimaginable insults at Tracey! Her nightmares were coming true but would Rick stand up and defend his beloved?
It’s Time For A Diet
When Tracey thought this horrible woman had spewed all the hate possible, she decided to let her know she had received her wedding dress. The young bride tried to appear nonchalant but she was on the brink of a nervous break-down thanks to her mother-in-law’s belligerent yelling.
When Gina asked Tracey where the dress was from, she hesitated a second too long. It was more than enough time for the older woman to point out that Tracey would need an extensive diet. This was the final straw and Tracey pushed her plate back and walked out of the house.
Collecting Her Thoughts
Tracey decided to take a brisk walk around the neighborhood. She needed to cool off before she had to listen to Gina insult anything else about her upcoming wedding. Gina couldn’t help it when tears started to roll down her cheeks.
Every young girl looks forward to their wedding day, but there was a dark shadow ruining Tracey’s. Every time she was around her future mother-in-law she felt her will to stay with Rick break. It would come down to what she valued more’ her happiness or a life with the man she loved…
Returning To The Scene Of The Crime
When Tracey walked back into the house, she heard the water running in the kitchen. She assumed Rick was washing up and she decided to get changed quickly before confronting Gina again. She turned the doorknob to her bedroom and instantly let out a shrill scream.
Standing in her bedroom was Gina, but she was doing something unforgivable. Stretched down Gina’s body was Tracey’s gorgeous one-of-a-kind wedding gown. The older woman was stuck and when she heard the scream she realized her time was up.
Caught With Her Pants Down
When Tracey opened the master bedroom door, she saw Gina stuck with her wedding dress around Gina’s shoulders. For some strange reason, the older woman was completely naked while trying to fit into the young woman’s designer gown.
Tracey thought of the months she had spent getting the dress just right and saw Gina’s body stretching the seams. She yelled for Gina to stop moving because she knew it was only a matter of a second before her dream dress ripped in front of her eyes.
A Sound She Would Never Forget
It felt like the world was moving in slow motion. Tracey, screamed for Rick to come upstairs. The young man showed up breathless and confused, but when he walked into the bedroom he recoiled in disgust. It was something a son should never have to witness.
He didn’t know where to start or which woman to help. He quickly wrapped a towel around his mother and tried to pull the dress over her head. It was then everyone heard the sound of thousands of dollars going down the drain. Tracey knew there was nothing left she could do besides fall to the ground and cry.
Refusing Any Liability
Once Gina was fully clothed, she stuttered through an explanation of her strange behavior. She didn’t have a lot to say and then feigned shock when Tracey told her she would be paying for the dress repairs.
The evil woman laughed in her face and simply said it was foolish to spend this much money on a dress in the first place. The repair would be hundreds of dollars that weren’t in the couples budget. Rick hung his head in shame at his mother’s actions and Tracey decided to turn to the internet for support.
The People Of Reddit
When Gina tried on the designer gown she had ripped a zipper, split expensive embroidery, and left a dirty footprint of the dress’s train. Tracey opened her laptop and unleashed all the anger she could. Her post was called, “I caught my future MIL trying to squeeze into my wedding dress...spoiler, it didn't go well.”
She detailed the entire uncomfortable and infuriating experience to the Reddit community. She didn’t mince her words and felt relieved to fully vent her frustrations, even if it was to strangers on the internet. The responses came fast and furious. Unintentionally, Tracey had started an online army.
The Post Received A Range Of Responses
Users of the popular platform were aghast. They had never heard of something so despicable. While Tracey admitted she knew it was “just a dress” it was also the final straw. Gina had insulted Tracey’s engagement ring, her home, and all the wedding planning.
She never expected the reactions she received, and shortly after posting the comment section exploded. As she read the reactions Tracey realized she had an even bigger question to ask herself. Would she uninvite her future Mother-In-Law from her wedding?
Who Would She Listen To?
Gina wouldn’t even consider paying for the damage to the dress. The members of Reddit encouraged the bride to stand up for herself, and use this momentum to take back the power in the relationship.
One user wrote, “This may be a bit scorched earth, but I would personally tell her that either she pays for the repairs, or she is uninvited.” Another response said, “I would spread this to select other family members...because this is beyond gross and inappropriate.” One user’s response finally pushed Tracey to take action.
From One Mother To Another
While the whole event is terrible, the thing that stood out to most people was that Gina was completely naked. As one Redditor commented, “I am a mother, and the thought of doing that makes me want to vomit!”
It was time for Tracey and Rick to have a serious talk about their future. The couple had never faced such a serious crossroads. They knew after this conversation, they might not even have a future to discuss.
Find Your Voice
The young couple didn’t provide an update to the Reddit audience, but the wedding was indefinitely postponed. Tracey realized that she couldn’t live under the shadow of a woman who would be constantly undermining and insulting her.
It’s a valuable lesson for all young couples. You might find your perfect partner but you will also have to marry into their family. Think twice before you say “I do” and agree to a miserable life, even with your soulmate.