Picture this: you’re a new mom, juggling the demands of a newborn while trying to find some semblance of balance in your life. Your husband’s brother gets engaged, and his fiancée – who you’re not super close with – asks you to be her Maid of Honour. You’re flattered, but you know you just don’t have the time to fulfill all the duties that come with the role. So, you politely decline and offer to be a regular bridesmaid instead. Sounds reasonable, right? Well, not everyone sees it that way…
Family Ties
Not So Close, But Close Enough
A Surprise Request
Grateful, But Busy ⏰
New Mommy Duties
A Compromise? ♀️
Accusations Fly ️
Husband’s Support
Reconsidering…
The Response
Stepping Up?
Maternity Leave ≠ Vacation ️
An Upset Ending
Maid of Honour Mayhem
Our new mommy tries her best to be diplomatic, explaining that she’s grateful for the offer but just doesn’t have the time to be the Maid of Honour. She suggests being a regular bridesmaid instead. But the bride-to-be isn’t having it, accusing her of lying about being too busy since she’s on maternity leave. Even the husband’s brother chimes in, asking our protagonist to be more accommodating. She reconsiders and offers to share the MOH responsibilities, only to be met with more accusations of being difficult. As the drama unfolds, we’re left wondering: is she really in the wrong here, or is the bridezilla just being too demanding? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this sticky situation…
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