Dear Annie: Attending one of my best friends’ wedding would be a significant financial hardship, and I feel stuck

Someone asked an advice columnist whether they should attend their best friend's wedding despite the significant financial burden it would create for them. The person felt conflicted about the decision. Annie Lane provided advice on how to handle this situation.

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National story. 4 articles from 4 sources. Updated 8d ago.

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Cleveland Plain DealerLean Left· 8d ago

Dear Annie: Should I skip besties’ expensive, overseas, wedding to save my own marriage?

NJ.com / Star-LedgerLean Left· 8d ago

Dear Annie: What can I do when 20 years of friendship meets one very expensive wedding invitation?

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Anchorage Daily NewsCenter· 8d ago

Dear Annie: Attending one of my best friends’ wedding would be a significant financial hardship, and I feel stuck

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AL.comLean Right· 8d ago

Dear Annie: I resent proving my friendship means paying to attend a pricey destination wedding