Rachel, I am sorry you have to deal with such a stressful thing when you are planning one of the most important days of your life. I too, do not have a 'best friend' type of relationship with my mother, so having her not be excited about minor details get so aggravating. I learned to share my happiness with those who are happy for me. Listen to the girls on here, out with the negativitiy, you don't need it. You and your fiance are going to have a wonderful wedding no matter who attends. and if people can't be there, so be it, you will never please everyone, but on this day PLEASE YOURSELF!!! People are not going to agree with your choices or decisions but you don't have to let them impact you. Keep your head up girl!!!!!!!!! Share all your details on here because we are more than happy to hear about each others weddings!!!! Happy planning!!!