Dear Abby: A friend of mine, “Jake,” is going to be a groomsman in his friend’s wedding. They’ve been friends since childhood and have been through a lot together. Jake has been in a serious relationship for more than six months, but his friend’s bride has informed him that he won’t be getting a plus-one invitation for the wedding. Her reason is that only people who were in relationships before they got engaged are invited to the wedding.

Jake and his girlfriend feel very insulted by this. He has spoken to the groom and explained their point of view, but the bride won’t budge on her decision. In my opinion, wedding guests are always offered a plus-one when invited — especially a groomsman! Jake feels awful knowing he’ll be celebrating his friend that night while his girlfriend is at home

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