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This weekend my best friend Ashley came to visit and we had such a great time hanging out and catching-up. Our friendship means so much to me and I truly value her being in my life. I say this because when selecting your bridesmaids and groomsmen it can sometimes be difficult. Over the years, it is natural to acquire many friends that are dear to you and your fiance, but when selecting your wedding party you should be very selective when appointing those special people that will be helping you all along the wedding process.
As a member of the wedding party, you are responsible for (1) helping out in any way that you can leading up to the wedding and on the wedding day, (2) being respectful of schedules and deadlines, (3) planning pre-wedding events and (4) costs for attire, travel and accommodations.
That being said you want to select family and friends that you know whole heartily will be supportive and make this time enjoyable and fun!
For the other friends or family members that are close to you, but may possibly bring additional stress to the planning process appoint them an alternative role, so that they are still involved on the wedding day.
Such as:
Usher (escort guests to their seats for the ceremony)
Hostess (pass out the ceremony programs, greet guests at the reception site)
Special tasks (if a friend has great penmanship have them do the escort cards, etc.)
Ceremony Reading
Musical accompaniment
Check-out this great link that has printable responsibility cards for your wedding party:
Wedding Party Responsibility Cards
