As wedding season rolls around, it’s essential to brush up on wedding etiquette. First and foremost, don’t overshadow the couple. Secondly, don’t be that person who hijacks the moment. And lastly, don’t upstage the couple—seriously, it’s that crucial. You’d think this would be common knowledge, yet one individual clearly missed the memo when he decided to propose to his girlfriend during the very ceremony he was officiating.
Yes, you read that right. This guy thought it would be appropriate to pop the question in the middle of someone else’s significant celebration. What on earth was he thinking?
A bride recently recounted this absurd incident in a letter to a popular advice column. “My partner and I have journeyed through dating, pregnancy, buying a house, and even getting a dog together,” she explained. “Finally, we reached a point where we could afford a grand wedding to celebrate our love with family and friends.” The day was meticulously planned, and anticipation was in the air. The bride’s mother was so excited she might have exclaimed hallelujah a few times!
The couple had even chosen the husband’s best friend, “Mike,” to officiate the ceremony. Sweet gesture, right? Not quite. Mike evidently didn’t understand that this was the couple’s special day, not a platform for his personal agenda. Midway through the vows, he decided to propose to his girlfriend, “Sarah,” completely disregarding the bride and groom. To add insult to injury, during his toast, he lavished praise on Sarah without acknowledging the newlyweds. He even managed to get the band to play a special dance for him and Sarah during the reception, while the videographer zoomed in on the newly engaged couple multiple times. Totally inappropriate.
In her correspondence with the advice columnist, the bride expressed her anger over Mike’s inconsiderate behavior and mentioned that she and her husband hadn’t reached out to him since the wedding. Seeking insight, she turned to the columnist for guidance. While the columnist suggested having a mature conversation about Mike’s selfish actions, Twitter users were far less forgiving. Many felt the friendship should end right then and there, with some even claiming that if they were in the bride’s sequined heels, they would have handled things differently.
Regardless of how the couple chooses to move forward, it’s clear that some kind of repercussions are warranted. Twitter users displayed a sharper sense of etiquette than Mike, who clearly lacks awareness of social norms. One can only shake their head and feel sorry for his cluelessness.
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In summary, it’s vital to remember that weddings are about the couple, not the guests. Actions that draw attention away from the bride and groom can ruin what should be a joyful occasion. Let’s all strive to be better guests in the future!