It may seem like accepting a role like maid of honor or best man is an easy thing to do, but anyone who has stepped into the role and really taken it on knows there’s a lot more to it than showing up on the wedding day.
So much, in fact, that some people think doing it once is more than enough – and these 11 people are about to tell you exactly why.
11. That’s gonna be a fun speech.
I hope no one can tell.

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10. It can be expensive.
And not all brides are very appreciative of the sacrifice.

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9. It’s going to haunt her.
Hopefully not forever, but for awhile.

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8. They get no respect.
They’re doing an awful lot of work.

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7. Why is this such a thing?
Brides need to chill the heck out.

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6. Her friends might not be your friends.
After this, maybe no one will be friends.

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5. Just say no.
And stick to your guns.

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4. Smart people learn their lessons.
Maybe not the first time, but eventually.

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3. That seems like too much to ask.
It’s not even her wedding!

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2. You don’t have to say yes.
Maybe people don’t realize that.

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1. There’s no getting rid of her either.
Blood relatives and all of that.

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I mean, once you hear these stories it’s hard to blame them, right?
What about you? Have you been a maid of honor? Would you do it again? Tell us why or why not in the comments!