We get it: The vision of your wedding day has been a lifelong dream. You want to publicly celebrate your love, and there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that. Everyone deserves the wedding they’ve always envisioned.
However, if you’re planning your dream wedding during a global pandemic, potentially turning it into someone else’s worst nightmare, that’s a different story. It’s selfish to prioritize your celebration over the health and safety of others. No one should be applauding your romantic commitment when you’re putting lives at risk for a party that doesn’t need to happen right now.
Consider the Real Disasters
Consider the real disasters that could unfold at your wedding. A bird dropping on your attire or unexpected rain might be annoying, but during these unprecedented times, the stakes are much higher. Think about the possibility of your wedding becoming a COVID superspreader event, leading to numerous infections and even fatalities—not just among attendees, but extending to those who never even set foot at your celebration.
For instance, a wedding in rural Maine last August had just 62 attendees—12 over the state’s limit—but resulted in 177 infections and eight deaths. One of the casualties was a woman who had been living in isolation, only to contract the virus from someone who attended the wedding. This tragedy serves as a stark reminder of how quickly a joyful occasion can turn into a devastating event.
And this isn’t an isolated case. A wedding in Cutchogue, New York, with fewer than 100 guests also resulted in a significant outbreak, with 27 guests and multiple employees testing positive for COVID-19. As New York Governor Andrew Cuomo pointed out, smaller gatherings are now posing the greatest risk.
Rethink Your Celebration
Just because you’re cutting back on guests or opting for an outdoor venue doesn’t mean you’re being responsible. The reality is that even with precautions like temperature checks, asymptomatic carriers can easily slip through the cracks.
Think about how you want your wedding to be remembered. Do you want it to be known as a superspreader event? A headline that associates your love story with a public health crisis is hardly the start to a new marriage anyone would hope for.
Your friends and family care about you and want to share in your joy, but they shouldn’t have to risk their health—or the health of others—for a celebration that can wait. If your love is strong enough, it can endure until it’s safe to gather again.
Further Reading
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In summary, while the desire to celebrate love is genuine, planning a large wedding during a pandemic is irresponsible and poses serious health risks. It’s essential to prioritize the well-being of your loved ones and wait for a safer time to hold such gatherings.