You Know You're A Redneck At A Mock Wedding If...

Do you remember “mock weddings?” There was recently an invitation in The Courier inviting friends and relatives to attend a mock wedding and 50th anniversary celebration.

It was hard for me to believe the number of people who had not heard the term “mock wedding.” Many assumed it was a renewal of wedding vows. I guess the term MOCK escaped them. I cannot believe people of the North County invented this entertainment. Surely other communities shared in the fun.

Mock weddings most always took place when a couple celebrated a 25th or 50th anniversary. It usually involved a very pregnant bride and a shotgun, and many pokes at the celebrating couple. Of course, you can go from there.

I think the most fun was for the group that prepared for the wedding. The attire was most often something that would now be classified as “redneck.” There was usually music for the wedding procession. Most often there was a piano involved, but I think there might have been a wash tub or two included in the music.

I remember that my mother loved to be involved. If any of you readers got to take part in this type of fun, I would love to have you share your stories.

Gwen welcomes your memories at 367-5582.