And indeed, true friendship is revealed precisely in difficult and challenging situations.

By the way, ironically, only one person actually came to Winchells funeral his own daughter…

However, lets take everything in order and simply read on.

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But then the day came when the bride-to-be announced who herbridesmaidswould be and our heroine was not among them!

Moreover, the original poster was not even given a +1 she was just an ordinary guest!

The author agreed and showed up both times but she was bitter and offended each time.

Bride and friend in blue dress adjusting wedding veil, preparing for ceremony.

And now the woman is seriously considering the option of simply refusing the next time her friend asks.

Whats more, she might not even show up at the wedding, the OP ponders.

If she thinks that the brides decision is a direct insult to her, let her politely refuse help.

Friend asked for free wedding prep help despite not being in bridal party.

If their friendship is real, such a conversation will definitely not hurt it.

If its not real then what is the point of such a friendship at all?

Check out the results:

Text about wedding preparation and attending issues due to surgery plans.

Friend assists with wedding dress fitting, showcasing wedding prep labor.

Friend helps bride with wedding prep after others decline assistance.

Text message discussing a request for help with wedding planning, despite not being in the wedding party.

Text message about wedding labor request without bridal party inclusion.

Woman working at a table with a phone and laptop, discussing wedding prep for bride.

Text exchange discussing a bride wanting free labor from a friend not in the bridal party despite surgery timing conflicts.

Comment advising against free labor for wedding prep when not in wedding party.

Woman in casual white attire thinking about wedding prep and friendship dynamics.

Comment criticizing a bride seeking free labor for wedding prep without including friend in the wedding party.

Comment on bride asking for free labor without wedding party spot, saying “I’m not available” isn’t petty.

Text exchange about bride’s request for free labor from a friend not in the wedding party.

Text comment about declining wedding prep labor without being in the bridal party.

Text describing reluctance to provide free labor for wedding prep, emphasizing boundaries and enjoying as a guest.

Reddit comment criticizing a bride seeking free labor from a friend not in the wedding party.

Comment suggesting to politely decline providing free wedding prep labor for a friend.

Comment discussing free labor for wedding without bridal party role.

Comment discussing bride seeking free labor for wedding prep without offering a party spot.

Text exchange about a bride requesting free labor from a friend for wedding prep, despite not being in the wedding party.

Comment advising against free labor for wedding tasks meant for the bridal party.