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Hen Party Let Down

Sarah, 17 February, 2022 at 00:07 Posted on Planning 0 2
Hello,


Just wanting some advice - my situation is slightly different in that I actually got married last year, it happened quickly as a parent was terminally ill. We got married in secret and then announced it at a party later, it was the best day.
My oldest friend and I have been friends for 20 years. She knew about the wedding (and the reasons why we were doing it) but didn’t come, saying she had too much work to do.
Now nearly 12 months later I am having a belated hen do which is being organised by some lovely friends. Friend mentioned above has messaged me to say she isn’t coming because a) she has lots on that month, b) she wants to go on holiday with her boyfriend (she’s not long been with him), and c)tight budget.
I completely understand hens can be pricey, but I can’t help but feel so let down by my friend. She’s missed two big events in my life for what I feel are not good enough reasons.
I’m so hurt - has our friendship ran it’s course?
Xx

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Latest activity by Ebony, 17 February, 2022 at 12:43
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    Genius July 2020 Monmouthshire
    RomanticGreenStationery27135 ·
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    I'm so sorry - it really hurts when such a long standing friend changes like this.

    It may be that the relationship has run its course - or it may be that there is something going on in her life that she doesn't want to talk about, so she is using work as an excuse for avoiding you.

    Other than missing your wedding and hen do, is she in touch? If you are hearing from her at other times, then it suggests she has genuine reasons for not coming. If she is not in touch at all, then it would be more of an indication the friendship is over.

    The only other thing to consider - you mention she has a new boyfriend. Has the change in her behaviour been since he turned up? If it is, you might want to monitor the situation in case the new guy is trying to cut her off from her friends - I know that's unusual, but it does happen.

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    Dedicated October 2022 East London
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    I agree with romantic green, it really depends on whether she's still in communication with you when you most need her and there may be reasons why it appears she's prioritising her relationship over your friendship.
    I had something similar happen to me, I was going through a lot of stuff with my grandparents who were terminally ill and didnt disclose this to my friend. I was in a new relationship which required my attention which had to be pulled from all aspects in my life. My friend, despite me being there for the big stuff, evidently felt neglected and blocked me in every way possible without a single word. I felt this betrayed the relationship as she couldn't even discuss it with me. My point is talk to her and tell her how you feel, it's awful having a friendship end prematurely with no closure. It still makes me really sad.













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