Juliette2
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So does the mention of slavery make you uncomfortable? Because part of the bride's family were slaves. I see nothing inappropriate with facing facts.
Yes, Harry's family has welcomed Meghan into the family, but that doesn't change history.
Facebook and Instagram are more than brands, they are a part of modern culture and communication.
No, mentioning slavery does not make me uncomfortable at all (of course it's part of history a VERY sad part of US history) but I don't suffer from white man (woman)'s guilt either. I was born in this century and while history should never be forgotten, after 150 years, I think it's time we look at the present and the future especially at a beautiful wedding which, again is proof of how much has changed in the past 150 years. If you are at a Jewish wedding do you mention concentration camps just because it's a fact? Or if you're marrying an Italian couple do you bring up Mussolini or Al Capone's victims just because they're "facts"?
Sadly, you're right, Facebook and Instagram are part of today's world but that doesn't make them good. You'll let me know when you won't be able to tell if the person in front of you is a real human or a product of AI...(going OT just now...! Sorry!). It's just that in Church, could we be a little more spiritual? Focused? It can be a joyous occasion and still have some seriousness instead of entertainment. But, fine, ok, if you don't get my point of view, it's ok, it doesn't matter!