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Bridget
Devoted October 2019

My moh stepped down

Bridget, on May 28, 2019 at 8:33 PM Posted in Family and Relationships 0 11
So from the get go I had this gut feeling my MOH might say no. It seemed like she was avoiding me when we first got engaged. We live 1000 miles apart but talk just about every day, she knows me better than anyone. But about a week after I sent a package asking her to be a MOH she called and was super excited so I thought oh good it was in my head.
know she’s suffered from some anxiety and depression and has been struggling this year with a close death in her family. I’ve been calling her for the past couple weeks and no answer. Tbh I have been kind of busy and the first week I thought oh she’s working she’ll call me back. The second week I was like huh. This week I’m like something is wrong, I looked back at texts and realized in the group texts where we’re planning on the girls ordering their dresses she actually never said anything. I really got concerned I looked on Facebook which she never posts is just a lurker- she’s not in my friends list. I texted her and her sister to see if she was ok. She answered she’s not really ok she’s having issues she got rid of all of Facebook not just me, and is getting help and is going to have to take care of herself for now. I told her I was glad she was getting help and if she needs anything I’m here.
I thought about her all night and today I messaged her that I hope I wasn’t causing her further anxiety and that if being MOH is stressing her I would understand if she didn’t want to be in it. She immediately answered that she didn’t know how to tell me and that weddings in general stress her out. So she is not going to be involved. I also asked if it is just being in it or the whole thing. She said the whole thing so not only will she not be in it- she’s not coming.
I am so sad right now. Sad that my best friend other than FH, won’t be with me, but even more so that I’ve caused her such anxiety and she couldn’t tell me. I’m really glad we got to the bottom of it and can go back to things the way they were without her being worried. I’m sad I didn’t know.
Sorry I wrote a book. Thanks for reading if you made it this far.

11 Comments

Latest activity by Cheryl, on May 30, 2019 at 1:08 AM
  • Olivia
    Beginner October 2019
    Olivia ·
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    As someone that also suffers from anxiety I feel for both of you. As it gets closer maybe she will come around. Just know it most likely has nothing to do with you and just her battling her own demons..
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  • Cher Horowitz
    Master December 2019
    Cher Horowitz ·
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    The concern and compassion you have for your friend is very sweet. Continue being understanding and don't stop being her pal Smiley smile

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  • Laura
    Master October 2019
    Laura ·
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    I'm so sorry. I grew up with my brother having severe anxiety. I wish I knew how to help you feel better. One of my bridesmaids suffers from it too and i'm not sure she's going to be in mine after all. I know you're sad right now. I would be too. I'm sure it was hard on her being afraid of hurting you and letting you down.

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  • T
    Super June 2019
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    You are being a wonderful and understanding friend! I don’t often see that here, yay!
    I have lost a bridesmaid today due to a family illness and a jr bridesmaid last week for the same reason. It’s sad, but we have to remember that this day is not all encompassing for anyone but us, and other people have their own lives.

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  • Renee
    Super October 2020
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    You're such a sweet friend. She's lucky to have someone who's so understanding and caring

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  • D
    Super July 2020
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    I'm so sorry for you both. It's great that you are true friends. There is always hope she could make it. Don't think for one minute you were causing more stress. Sounds like she was already in a bad place and didn't know how to tell you no without hurting you. That's ok! May the sun shine once again on the two of you.
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  • Cassi
    Super October 2019
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    This breaks my heart... I have been here. It sucks not having your best friend there but it is important that she gets the help that is needed. Better to have her miss your wedding day than the rest of your life... :/ My sister suffered from anxiety, depression and was bipolar. She needed a lot of help and sometimes she got it and sometimes she didn't. She didn't want to seem weak. My sister was super excited about my wedding and we talked a lot about it.... She disappeared for a few days and we got worried and called in a well check on her. My sister committed suicide on January 24th and now she won't be at my wedding. Be happy and grateful she is getting the help she needs and just be there to support her. I am so sorry you have to deal with this it sucks knowing she won't be at your big day, I know.

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  • ASMini914
    Super September 2019
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    It sounds like you are being a really understanding friend, maybe something that you can do is leave the door open for her. Don't make her make up her mind now about coming to the wedding altogether, but let her know that you would love it if she were still able to attend, and that she can change her mind at any time.

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  • Bridget
    Devoted October 2019
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    I’m so sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine how hard that has been for you and your family and how hard it will be on your wedding.
    I am VERY happy that she is seeking help and am grateful that we did his now before it caused any added stress in her life that can be avoided.
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  • Bridget
    Devoted October 2019
    Bridget ·
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    Thank you everyone for the kind words. I am so glad she has decided to seek help. The fact that I have been sad makes me feel selfish- but I knew you guys would get it. I’m not complaining because for her health she needs to not be involved. I will leave it open for her to decide if later she wants to be a guest but I don’t want to push anything. Mental health stinks and is sooo difficult to get the right help so I’m praying that the group or practitioner is the right one for her. I’m sincerely glad that we discussed this now instead of causing her 5 more months of anxiety.
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  • Cheryl
    Expert November 2020
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    So sorry to read this. Thinking of you and your family. Your kind words and compassion for others proves what s great support you are. I hope you have the most beautiful day possible.
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