It’s Decemberistan in Pakistan, which basically means wedding season is in full swing – or at least halfway there. The first few weddings of the season can be fun, especially if it’s a close cousin or best friend. But after a point… honestly, some of them just don’t do it for me. The thought of peeling myself out of the warm blanket, picking out a dress, getting ready (btw, I have mastered the five-minute “kajal look”), and then socializing… it’s just too much.
The small talk, the relatives you see once a year (or barely talk to), the obligatory selfies and smiles – it all adds up. And sometimes, you simply don’t feel like it. Saying no to a wedding in front of your mother usually ends with a lecture, or a debate that you hear with one ear and let out the other for your own sanity. So, instead of pretending to be thrilled at yet another meh baraat, here’s what I’d rather do with my day (and I have a feeling you might too):
1. Go Out for a Coffee Date
Solo or with a friend, it doesn’t matter. Just you, your comfort space, and maybe a cinnamon latte that feels like a hug in a cup. Bonus points if you bring a book, scroll through your favorite podcast, or just people-watch and imagine your own rom-com plot unfolding.
2. Watch a Comfort Movie or Show
Whether it’s Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge for the 103rd time, rewatching The Breaking Bad or Peaky Blinders, or a new series you’ve been dying to start, this day is for bingeing guilt-free. I can curl up in my blanket fort, snack like it’s my full-time job, and just disappear into a world where my only social obligation is finishing the episode.
3. Self-Care, Queen (or King!) Mode
Face masks, long showers, painting nails, journaling – whatever makes you feel like the most put-together, zen version of yourself. Maybe even throw on some music and dance around the bathroom mirror like you’re on MTV Cribs. Honestly, the day is yours; pamper like you’ve been training for this moment all year.
4. Cook Something Special
I might be attacking many but mainly myself: those instant noodles under five minutes don’t count. I’m talking cinnamon rolls, fancy pancakes, a new recipe you’ve been scrolling for weeks but never dared to try. Tip: headphones or music in the background = chef’s kiss. Cooking becomes a whole mood when you vibe with it-plus, eating your masterpiece while still in pajamas? Pure bliss.
5. A Lazy Day With the Dog
Personally, weekdays are chaos. By the time I get home, Noir, my puppy, has been walked and it’s too cold to go out again. Saturdays and Sundays are perfect for just sitting with him, talking to him, giving him the love he deserves. Pet cuddles, treats, slow walks, and belly rubs – time with your fur baby is the ultimate guilt-free, slow-mo reset.
So there you have it – my ultimate plan for surviving wedding season without losing my sanity (or my blanket). Coffee, comfort shows, self-care, cooking experiments – basically a masterclass in saying no to awkward socializing and yes to me-time. Because honestly, sometimes skipping the wedding isn’t selfish – it’s survival. And if anyone asks? Just tell them you were ‘researching comfort, culinary skills, and emotional well-being,’ or ‘I was busy with work’ or say nothing because you owe no one any unnecessary explanations. Trust me, the after-wedding glow comes from doing what you love, not from politely nodding through small talk.
Next weekend? Next wedding? Who knows. But for today, I’m off-duty, cozy, and living my best. Cheers to that!
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