I Sabotaged My Brother’s Wedding After He Sabotaged Mine

A marriage proposal at a wedding is a popular, but controversial, practice. Some people think the gesture is “special,” others think it takes away from the bride and groom’s day. This is what happened to one Reddit user. He was upset to see a proposal at his wedding. But he didn’t want to miss his chance for revenge.

A wedding is a milestone meant to spotlight the couple and their journey. Your day was your time to shine as you committed to your partner. When your brother hijacked that moment with his proposal, he broke an unspoken rule about respecting the bride and groom’s spotlight. Proposals are deeply personal and should be planned in ways that don’t overshadow someone else’s big day. His actions shifted the attention and created an unnecessary rift.

A Tit-for-Tat Situation

One of the standout moments in the story was the grandmother’s unwavering support. When OP’s mother expressed anger over the pregnancy announcement, Grandma stepped in with a clear and firm message: “Sit down and shut up.” Redditors rallied around this iconic moment, praising the grandmother’s loyalty and decisiveness.

As one commenter noted, “The tid bit about grandma is funny. I’d like to know more.” Another added, “Grandmas are amazing people, but utterly lethal if crossed.”

Reddit Weighs In

The post quickly became a hot topic, with users largely agreeing that The original poster was justified. Many applauded the timing of the announcement, viewing it as poetic justice. One comment summarized the sentiment perfectly: “What goes around comes around.”

Others noted how the situation highlighted deeper family dynamics. One user observed, “Grandma had been pretty clear where she needed to be on this issue. I want to know if golden boy dared to say anything about this to you all.” Another commenter reflected on the mother’s reaction, saying, “The brother and his mother were out of line and he did warn him not to do it and he did it. Actions bring consequences.”

Proposals at Weddings

The story also reignited debates around proposals at weddings. Many commenters criticized the practice, calling it disrespectful and attention-seeking. One user put it bluntly: “Personally, if a guy proposed during a wedding, I would feel cheated out of my own special day. He proposed on someone else’s dime instead of doing it on his own. ”

Another added, “Proposing in public feels so manipulative, as if putting pressure on the one being proposed to would guarantee an acceptance.”

A Lesson in Timing

While opinions varied on whether OP’s actions were entirely appropriate, most agreed that the announcement was a powerful way to reclaim a moment that had been unfairly taken. As one user cleverly pointed out, “Revenge is a dish best served cold.”

The post left readers reflecting on family relationships, the importance of boundaries, and the timeless wisdom of grandmothers who know when to step in and set things straight.

Speaking of proposals, check out the story of one of our readers whose boyfriend got on one knee only to change his mind the following day.