Family gatherings can be a time of joy, laughter, and togetherness. But what happens when they become a battlefield of hurt feelings and unspoken words? Meet our protagonist, the ‘Forgotten Sibling’, who found himself in the midst of a family drama that would make even the most stoic among us cringe. His younger brother’s wedding turned out to be a stage for an unexpected snub, leaving him questioning his place in the family. As Thanksgiving looms, he’s contemplating a bold move – to opt out of the family gathering. Let’s dive into this emotional rollercoaster.
The Sibling Bond: Not So Close, Yet Not So Far

The Move: A Hope for Closeness

The Wedding: A Twist in the Tale

The Wedding Day: Unraveling the Deception

The Ceremony: A Heartbreaking Revelation

The Aftermath: A Cocktail of Hurt and Embarrassment

The Dessert: A Final Blow

The Departure: An Early Exit

The Dilemma: To Attend or Not to Attend

A Thanksgiving Dilemma: The Forgotten Sibling’s Choice
After the heart-wrenching experience at his brother’s wedding, our ‘Forgotten Sibling’ finds himself at a crossroads. The Thanksgiving dinner table, once a symbol of family unity, now looms as a battlefield of unresolved emotions and discomfort. With his brother and his new wife set to attend, along with their friends, he’s left feeling outnumbered and uneasy. Will he choose to face the gathering, or will he opt for a quieter celebration with just his parents? It’s a decision that will set the tone for future family gatherings. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation… ️♀️
Brother lied about wedding party, causing humiliation and deception

“ESH – Brother’s wedding made it clear he doesn’t care. ♂️”

Sibling drama escalates over exclusion from wedding party and Thanksgiving
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Sibling rivalry turns childish. ESH. Ultimatums and sulking ensue.

Sibling feud escalates, therapy recommended. YTA, ESH, NTA debated.

OP feels entitled to a close relationship with brother, but he disagrees. YTA.

Overthinking and trying too hard? Maybe it’s time to relax.

Sibling drama: NTA for not going, but YTA for behavior

Sibling rivalry sparks wedding drama

NAH – Make yourself look good and avoid drama at Thanksgiving

Moving away at a young age can affect sibling relationships

Sibling rivalry: The forgotten one speaks out

Accept that he doesn’t want the same relationship. Move on.

YTA. Let it go. Maybe he just wanted an intimate wedding

Surprised by the hurt, but understand the need for consideration

YTA – You’re exaggerating! You weren’t even close to him.

YTA for neglecting your brother and now seeking attention

YTA. Wedding not about you. Petty AH at this point.

INFO: Brother’s reaction, parents’ reaction, and wedding party expectations. ESH.

“YTA. Don’t skip Thanksgiving over not being a groomsman! “

Strained sibling relationship, expectations vs reality, and wedding drama

Sibling rivalry: A dramatic letter and a wedding walkout

Sibling rivalry: No invite to wedding leads to Thanksgiving boycott
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Sibling rivalry: Does a gold tie really mean exclusion?

Painful comments, lies, and a forgotten sibling. ESH in this mess.

Sibling rivalry escalates over exclusion from brother’s wedding.

NTA: Brother lied about wedding, didn’t include you, and excluded you from dessert
