I mention this because a neighbour I was sort of friendly with today came by and asked to borrow some cleaning supplies. She was in the living room while I was getting them, and when I came back, she said, “You know, it is extremely inconsiderate of you to practically shove those pictures in the face of anyone who visits. Your wedding was like two years ago. Get over it!”

I was absolutely shocked. I have NEVER once pointed these photos out to any guest (except those that ask to see them), and I have never drawn her attention to them at all. She has only been in my house a handful of times and she’s never mentioned this before. The pictures and items are so high up, it’s not even like they have a glowing sign pointing to them!

I had never heard that there was a set of rules you were supposed to adhere to as to when you took down your wedding photos and other items, especially if they’re unobtrusive. I mean, it’s not like we’re talking about Christmas decorations in February here, and I always figured if you had a happy marriage you’d LIKE to leave these things out. But am I wrong here? Is this one of those unspoken rules of politeness I’ve never heard of? Should they just be retired to a photo album after a while?

I just like having them there where I can look at them when I want to without dragging out an enormous photo album. My husband likes them too. So is my neighbour just crazy? (She’s never getting an invite back, anyway.)