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Your friends are the ones you want by your side during good times and bad. But what would you say if one of your best friends declined your invitation to attend their wedding, claiming that you didn't deserve to be there for one of the most significant days of their lives? An update to the story of the man who, for no apparent reason, didn't include his friend of ten years in his wedding can be found below. With an update on the status of the relationship with his friend John, the original post…

Maybe this bride actually dodged a bullet before it was too late.

Planning a wedding might be one of the most important trials for couples. It gives a couple the opportunity to make sure they are compatible in ways that they never got to experience before. It allows both to see how the other reacts under pressure, what are their planning skills, how they set their priorities, and most importantly – how they handle financial responsibilities. The couple in this Reddit story has a major problem with the latter trial – they found out that they handle their finan…

Everyone knows that the initial impression you get from someone is one of the most important. But as history has shown us, first impressions don't always portend how well you'll get along with someone or how likable they are. Having said that, I was browsing Reddit when I saw a post that caught my attention and prompted me to look into it further. The post asks married readers, ‘Married people, what was your first impression of your spouse?’. The moment the article was up, comments began to rol…

So much attention to detail goes into wedding overlook... make sure you don't overlook the speeches

When someone gets married, they should only be surrounded by the people who make them happy, and that should be a non-negotiable rule – If one does not make you feel good, one is not invited to your wedding. Even if that means that certain family members are going to be excluded from your wedding day, I believe it is a small sacrifice to make for your special day. That being said, if you do end up uninviting people from your wedding, you cannot expect them to buy you a wedding gift. No invite –…

Your family should always be your top priority. Having said that, what should you do if you find yourself overwhelmed by an overwhelming number of unreasonable requests and unsure of what to do next? The story that follows tells the tale of the unhappy brother. The original poster (OP) gifted his sister an expensive yet thoughtful wedding present. The sister pleaded with her brother to pay for her gown before the wedding. OP readily consented, of course, and the two of them drove to the bridal…

Your priorities should always be centered around your family. Is there, however, a time in your life when you can prioritize yourself without experiencing guilt or anxiety? The story below is an account of a frustrated bride. The original poster (OP) is planning a child-free wedding. Put another way, children are not invited, no matter how close they are to the bride or groom. By now, it should be evident that this received a lot of feedback. Among them were some of OP's family members; her sis…

There are moments when the frenzy of everyday life causes you to lose sight of what truly matters. It may be your spouse, your children, your career, or your pals. But when someone points out a clear oversight on your part, do you take responsibility for it or do you try to pin it on stress from your busy life? The story below tells the story of the frustrated husband. As mentioned in the initial post , the original poster (OP) received an invitation to accompany his niece down the aisle on her…

Weddings ought to be joyous occasions designed to toast the happy couple as they take their first steps toward a shared future. But what would you do if the wedding was at best a passable affair and you were forced to suffer for hours on end? The story that follows is from a displeased wedding guest. The original poster (OP) decided to share his opinions and unhappiness on Reddit after recently attending a wedding. The wedding was poorly planned, and the needs of the guests—many of whom had com…

In the family, favoritism is hardly unheard of. In most families, there is always a child who is closer to the parents than the others. Having said that, it is the responsibility of parents to ensure that each child feels valued and cherished. The story below tells the story of the frustrated daughter. The original poster (OP) married the love of her life in a magical ceremony that was witnessed by the people she holds dear. However, things rapidly became dire when pictures from the big day sta…

who's in the wrong?

Your priorities should center around your family. On the big day, though, the bride and groom are the couple that matter the most, therefore everyone involved should make a concerted effort to make sure that their vision is realized. What follows is the story of a disgruntled son. The original poster (OP) is expected to marry his true love in the coming months. OP discovered that his father had planned to deliver a speech prior to the nuptials. However, OP declined the invitation to speak at th…

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