Painful? Yes, I find it painful that there are many parents who are not worthy to attend the Temple.
That’s why we do NOT have receptions in our Temples.
Are you truly worthy OMM? It seems you think you are, but that is between you and your Bishop, unless of course you happen to miss your childs wedding ceremony, and then we will all know you have a problem with answering the questions in the recommend interview - - we could recognize that you are not worthy.
This process sets people up for derision and shame within their congregations - - or it causes them to lie in order to keep up appearances of righteousness.
I feel bad for those who find worthiness in their own actions and works and forget that it is Jesus Christ that cleases us from all sin. I guess Jesus did warrant at least one mention in the Temple Recommend Questions.
I guess Mormons really only go to weddings to attend the reception.