As has been so widely reported, Bristol Palin is forging ahead with marriage plans to her baby’s father, Levi Johnston. It’s also been reported that Sarah Palin (Bristol’s mom) is strongly opposed to the wedding for very understandable reasons.
Levi has not been very kind in his words in the past about the Palins. He has said some very unsavory things to say the least. In my opinion, he was thrusted in the spotlight and was looking for his 5-minutes of fame.
Emotionally, I’m sure it is not easy for the parents, especially for the mom. Any loving and caring parents understands this. I believe she is torn in wanting to grant her daughter her wishes, while at the same time hurting over what Levi did. Not only will she have the child as a constant reminder, but now having Levi as a future son-in-law, maybe a little bit too much for her.
I don’t know what the right answer is. As far as I know, Sarah has forgiven him. This would lead someone to say, if she has then why can’t she get past it. Have you ever been in that situation? How easy was it for you to “get past it”?
I’m not sure any mom, whoever they are would be jumping up and down to cheer on their daughter to get married so quickly. Yes, there has to be room for forgiveness, which I understand Sarah has done. However, Levi is no angel. He publicly disgraced and humiliated the family. I haven’t heard much remorse from him even though he may have, and I missed it.
This is not easy for any parent especially if they are not really sure of the motive of wanting to get married at this point. They are still young and should take more time to mature. I don’t think they are ready. That’s my opinion.
They will have to live with their decision. They are adults and if this is what they want to do, they can but they should not expect an exuberant response from her parents.
This would be my advice, which I give to many couples who come to me from counseling at helpingothershope.com or helpingfamiliesimprove.com.
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