Bridesmaids.
The word just leaves a bad taste in your mouth. At least it did for me when I first started the wedding planning process. Ugly dress, matching hair, tacky jewelry, chores, bridezilla fits, ... the list goes on and on but never once is a word associated with bridesmaid a positive descriptor. Why?
We clearly always think of it from the bridesmaid point of view, which involves spending a lot of money on a friend who may not seem grateful. Here's the Bride's point of view (that's me).
The sleepover the night before the wedding was so much fun. I thoroughly enjoyed the time I spent laughing and telling stories with 3 bridesmaids and 1 that's-why-I'm-not-a-bridesmaid! (jk, KT, I luv u). I woke up early on the day of the wedding only to roll over and find that my east coast bedmate/bridesmaid was sticking with her timezone and was also awake. We began giggling like school girls, well, maybe that was just me, until enough time had passed that I deemed it safe to start moving. The day progressed complete with a bridesmaid (minus 1) brunch, mimosas and a hike up to the venue. It was bliss. The perfect way to start a day, any day. They laughed with me, laughed at me and helped me begin the celebration early.
That afternoon, as I presented them with robes, they became my (self-named) brothel. They lounged around me. Told me I looked pretty. Inspired me with their own beauty. And really seemed to enjoy the day as much as I was.
Time flew by.
Suddenly, pictures were done, the ceremony was over and the Groom and I found ourselves back in the Cattle Baron Room taking a breath before the reception. Out of nowhere, my fairies appeared and immediately began bustling my dress so that I could have the dance party that I'd always dreamed about. Throughout the night, I was brought water, my dress was fixed while I danced, and someone was always near to provide whatever it was that I needed, which was typically just a dance partner.
Moral of the Story: I get bridesmaids now. I understand why I asked my 5 best friends to wear a pretty pink dress. They were more supportive than a Victoria's Secret bra. They kept me calm. They kept me on pace. They made my day perfect with their unending love. I honestly could not have done it without them.
To: G, Yael, Sarah, KTC and Jess... THANK YOU.
Sincerely,
A Grateful Bride
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