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

Paying for college is no small feat. While people of generations passed were able to pay for their university fees by working part-time, this sort of thing is simply not feasible anymore. Most college graduates end up borrowing money and later contend with student loans to pay back. If you don’t want to end up with payment plans hanging over your head well into adulthood, there’s a few options that mostly. Lucky, studious, and talented folks may get some assistance from scholarships and grants.…

Within the family, favoritism is not unheard of. But when does someone have to stand up, declare that they can no longer tolerate their parents' disregard, and make an effort to break free from their authority? Below is an update to a story that was published just over a week ago. The original poster (OP) recently got married to the love of her life in a private ceremony that was seen by all of her friends and relatives. Her parents caused a stir in the family and the community at large by pref…

was she justified?

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…

Your family, especially your parents, should always come first. When you really think about it, your parents have done everything they could to make sure you lead a happy and comfortable life. When the roles are reversed and you have the opportunity to repay your elderly parents, is there a boundary you wouldn't exceed or would you do anything to please them? The account of a perplexed daughter is told below. The original poster (OP) questions whether it was appropriate for her to refuse her pa…

A wedding should be a joyous event marking the start of a happy couple's life together. Given this, it is our duty as visitors to make sure the evening goes off without a hitch. Having said that, what would you do if your own brother attempted to interfere with your wedding planning? Would you mind keeping quiet for the sake of a nice evening? or would you stand up for what you believe to be right? The sister who is frustrated is described in the story below. The original poster, or OP, recentl…

The purpose of a wedding is to mark the beginning of a happy couple's shared future. In theory, this seems like the ideal situation, but in practice, something always goes wrong. The story below is an account of a bewildered bride. The original poster (OP), who got engaged more than two years ago, has been busy planning her picture-perfect day. OP made sure that, in the midst of all the preparations, she asked a few of her closest friends to be bridesmaids. Along with accompanying her to severa…

Weddings are a time to celebrate love and signify the union of two individuals in the sacred union of matrimony. Despite being a momentous occasion, the wedding gives friends and family a chance to support the couple as they come together as one cohesive unit. However, the honeymoon is just meant to be a time for the couple to fully commit to each other, in whatever way they feel fit. The story that follows comes from a friend who is frustrated. Originally posted on Reddit, the user asked if it…

In friendships, loyalty is one of the most vital qualities. So, how would you respond if you learned that your childhood friend had been having an extramarital affair for the past six months? The story below is an account of a frustrated friend. The original poster (OP) recently learned about her childhood best friend's adulterous affair. She told her husband about the problem as soon as she found out, and they discussed the best course of action moving forward. They gave it some thought and co…

Above all, family comes first. That being said, how would you react, though, if you thought your family was taking advantage of your kindness? Would you be willing to offend them by setting firm boundaries, or would you prefer to remain silent in an effort to maintain harmony? The mother-in-law who is frustrated is described in the story below. Since they are unable to afford a house of their own, the original poster (OP) is currently providing housing for her son and his expectant fiancé. They…

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life. This is the one day where you have complete control over the course of events. Having said that, how would you respond if your own father, driven solely by self-interest, ignored your needs? On your special day, would you give in quietly to keep the peace, or would you stand your ground and insist on having everything done your way? This story tells the tale of a perplexed girl. The original poster (OP) describes the moment her father…

Don't mess with these brides

Your family should come first at all times. That being said, whom would you classify as family? Do your family members represent the people you were born into or are they the ones who have supported you through good times and bad? The story that follows describes the dissatisfied stepdaughter. The original poster (OP) tells her story in a Reddit thread. In the piece, she mentions that following her parents' divorce approximately ten years ago, her mother remarried and had three additional child…

Whether you like it or not, your family and your husband's family will always come first since they are a permanent part of your life. The sister-in-law who is frustrated is described in the story below. The original poster (OP) had promised to host her husband's nieces and nephews for a few days so they could explore the city and spend a long weekend away from home. Things were going pretty well at first, but when she found out that some of her most important possessions were disappearing, thi…

There are times, whether we like to admit it or not when our ego clouds our judgment and drives us to act against our moral convictions. The ex-husband's account of his frustrations is given below. The original poster (OP) recently went through a divorce. His marriage failed, as he made clear in the post, and a split was inevitable. Following the divorce, his now ex-wife was forced to return to work, which significantly reduced her quality of life. The ex-wife was affected by this change and th…