Imagine you've got a wedding invite on your fridge – a New Year's Eve bash, no less. You're thinking, “Great, a wedding and a party all rolled into one!” But then, just as you're planning your festive ensemble, you find out it's a dry wedding. No champagne, no wine, not even a cheeky cocktail. This exact scenario unfolded for a Reddit user and, my, did it stir up some opinions!
The guest, let's call him ‘Party Planner Pete', had RSVP'd yes with his wife, expecting a typical New Year's Eve shindig. When they discovered it was a no-booze affair, they decided to skip it, wanting to spend their evening with drinks in hand. Pete wasn't alone in his decision; a bunch of friends also dropped out, causing quite the stir in their group chat.
Now, the groom – ‘Newlywed Ned' – is in a fix. He's got less guests than planned and catering bills piling up. He's not too happy with Pete, calling him out for leading a mini-revolt against the dry wedding.
Cue the Reddit jury. Some sided with Pete, saying it's fair to want a bit of festive spirit (literally) on New Year's Eve. Others argued that friendship should trump the need for a drink. They suggested showing up for the ceremony and reception before heading out to continue the celebrations elsewhere.
The thread turned into a real talk about priorities and friendship. Was it right to bail on a friend's big day over the lack of drinks? Or should the groom have given a heads-up about the dry event, especially on a night known for toasting the new year?
In the end, it's a tangle of expectations and etiquette, with a dash of personal choices. Whether it's a glass of bubbly or a cup of tea, the heart of the matter is how we choose to celebrate and support those important to us. Cheers to that!
