Reply To: Am I being a spoiled bride?

I think you are being a bit much. You’ve been married for a year. Money is tight for you and for some in your wedding party. It sounds like your out-of-state friend may be more strapped for cash than she expected when she accepted your invitation to be part of your bridal party. I fully understand why you had to have a small wedding a year ago. I understand you now want a bigger event with all those you and your husband wished you could have at your wedding. But.. you’re already married now. What you are scheduling is really a reception/party/annniversary celebration, not an actual wedding. Given that, I think you shouldn’t be pushing for all the trappings like a bachelorette party and bridal shower. You are asking a lot of your wedding party, If you think of this event as a married couple reaffirming their vows and celebrating their first anniversary, and having the reception with those who couldn’t attend the actual wedding, your perspective will match the doable.