A furious bride sent a $100 gift back to her wedding guest because it was transferred to her days after the ceremony. Rather than buying a card to fill with cash, the guest transferred $100 a couple of days after the wedding, which the bride deemed an “afterthought.” The bride decided to confront the guest, expressing her disappointment and ultimately returning the money. The ensuing text exchange reveals differing perspectives on gift-giving and friendship values. Let’s dissect this candid clash of expectations and emotions! 😮 The bride texted the guest, stating, “Hey, so I got your $100 gift a couple of days after the wedding, and honestly… kinda shocked and bummed about it. Feels a bit disrespectful. Not only were you late to my ceremony, but the absence of a card just added to it. Your recent birthday invite asked for $225 each, and I would’ve done it without a second thought if I weren’t getting married. Yet, receiving just $100 for MY WEDDING felt like an

afterthought and a bit tactless. I returned the money because keeping it felt more hurtful than the initial disappointment. I suggest taking a hard look at your relationships. If this is how you value friendships, it’s genuinely disheartening.” The guest, taken aback, responded, “Hi, I’m so sorry you feel that way; it was not my intention at all! As a single person who does not drink, I’ve always given $100 as a wedding gift to my friends, in addition to shower gifts. Additionally, I truly thought the money transfer was the preferred method since it was what was on the registry when I checked. I arranged my international travel specifically so that I was able to be in town for your wedding, as originally, I was not going to be.” Opinions on social media, with some understanding the bride’s anger while others dubbed her initial text as unnecessary. The clash between tradition, expectations, and individual circumstances makes this exchange a fascinating glimpse into the complexities of post-wedding interactions.