We were invited to an out-of-town wedding along with some of our children. It cost several hundred dollars, including airfare ...

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Dear Abby advises a woman who does not wish to invite a friend to be in her wedding party. DEAR ABBY: I was asked to be the maid of honor in a friend’s wedding. I did not consider us to be close ...

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DEAR ABBY: A friend of mine, “Jake,” is going to be a groomsman in his friend’s wedding. They’ve been friends since childhood and have been through a lot together. Related Articles Dear Abby: How can ...

DEAR ABBY: My 25-year-old niece is getting married in four months. Five years ago, she lost her father in a tragic accident while her parents were on vacation. Since that time, she has come out as gay ...

DEAR ABBY: A friend of mine recently got married. We are pretty close. I was asked to be a bridesmaid. Unfortunately, I had to decline due to scheduling conflicts. Dear Abby: How can I protect these ...