Life sometimes throws questions at us that sound simple but are hard to answer. One such question is this What would you do if you were invited to three special occasions on the same day, at different locations? A cousin’s wedding, a big family reunion, and your best friend’s wedding anniversary. Honestly, it’s a tough one. But after thinking about it, I knew where I would go. I would attend my cousin’s wedding.
All the three events are important in different ways. A cousin’s wedding is a once in a lifetime event. A big family reunion is rare and exciting. A best friend’s wedding anniversary is also meaningful, especially if you’re close. But if all three were happening at the same time and I had to pick just one, I would choose the wedding. Not because the others are not important, but because of what the wedding means to me and my heart.
First of all, in most families, when someone is getting married, many people in the family will be there, It’s not just about the bride and groom, It’s a chance to see people you’ve not seen for a long time. So even though I would be missing the main family reunion, I would still be able to meet many family members at the wedding. So in a way, I’ll be doing two in one, attending the wedding and still seeing my extended family.
Another reason is that weddings are very special moments. It only happens once for the couple. That particular day can never come back. Yes, people can have anniversaries and other celebrations, but that wedding day is just one. If I miss it, I will never really see how everything went. I’ll only hear stories or see pictures, and that’s not the same.
Also, if the cousin getting married is someone I am close to, then that makes it even more important to me. I would feel bad missing their big day. Especially if we grew up together, played together, or even stayed in the same house at some point. That kind of bond is not small. So being there to support and celebrate with them would mean a lot.
Now, let me talk about the other events. The family reunion would also be fun. It’s not easy to bring everyone together. People are busy with life, work, and children. But truthfully, reunions can be planned again and like I said earlier, I’ll still see many family members at the wedding.
Then my best friend’s wedding anniversary. That one would pain me small. I know it’s not every friend that will invite you to something like that. If I’m invited, it shows that I’m important to them. Especially if it’s their first anniversary, it’s special. But compared to a wedding, I feel like an anniversary is something that happens every year. If I miss this one, I can attend the next Or even visit her later that week and give her a gift to show I care, I believe she would understand.
Though all three events are great, but I feel the wedding is the one that I can’t afford to miss. I’ll make sure to call my best friend early that day, wish her well, and explain. If I can, I’ll send her a small gift. For the reunion, I’ll send greetings to the group or maybe join a video call if possible. But my main focus that day will be the wedding.
The truth is, sometimes in life, we can’t be everywhere at once. We must choose. And choosing doesn’t mean you love others less. It just means you are going with what feels right at that moment. And for me, being at my cousin’s wedding feels right. I would dress well, go there happy, and be part of something beautiful.
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