Brides Get Nervous.
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“Dad’s not coming to the wedding.”
“He’s your father.”
“He’s a sperm donor.”
“He raised us for seven years by himself.”
“I don’t care.”
“He doesn’t drink anymore.”
“Drop it.”
“Just think about it.”
“I said drop it or you’re not coming either.”

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“What did she say?”
“It’s not going to happen.”
“Thanks for trying.”
“I’m sorry, Dad.”
“I’ve still got one kid who likes me.”
“Maybe she’ll change her mind. The wedding is three months away.” DressAfford sheath styled items to wear of the wedding
“She won’t. She’s like your mother that way.”
“How are you feeling?”
“Been better.”

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“Are you coming for Christmas?”
“No. I’m spending it with Dad.”
“Why?”
“Nobody should spend Christmas alone.”
“He should.”
“He’s not that bad. Never was.”
“He knew what he was doing.”
“When are you going to make peace?”
“I’m not.”

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“How’s the chemo?”
“Awful. Don’t ever start smoking.”
“You’re not sounding very good.”
“I’m not. Threw up most of the night.”
“Do you want me to stay over here?
“Kind of you but I’ll be alright.”
“Is it getting any better?”
“We talked about this already.”
“I know. Can’t blame me for asking.”
“You can’t always turn things around.”

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“Is Mom coming to the wedding?”
“She’s giving me away.”
“Is that such a good idea?”
“It’s my wedding.”
“What if she gets high?”
“She won’t.”
“She probably will.”
“She promised.”
“Like that ever helped.”
“When’s the last time you talked to her?”

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“Have you seen her dress yet?”
“I saw a picture. It looks great.”
“What color did she go with?”
“Not quite white. Lots of lace.”
“Family’s important. Remember that.”
“You keep saying that.”
“I didn’t do a very good job with you two.”
“We survived.”
“Something like that.”

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“He’s really sick. Maybe six weeks.”
“Good. About time.”
“I just wanted you to know.”
“I don’t care. Stop bringing him up.”
“You could just let him sit at the back.”
“Keep it up and you’re not coming.”
“Maybe we should talk about that.”
“This wedding doesn’t need you to happen.”
“It never did. I hope things work out.”

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“Your Mom called me.”
“You two haven’t talked in years.”
“More than you know. We stay in touch.”
“How’s she doing? Is she back in rehab?”
“Sometimes. You know what she’s like.”
“I’m not going to the wedding.”
“So she told me. Any particular reason?”
“Nothing I want to talk about.”
“If it’s over me you’re making a mistake.”

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““Mom said she isn’t coming now.”
“What happened. Relapse?”
“Says she’s only coming if you do.”
“Sorry to hear that. Her call.”
“I need you to come.”
“That’s not going to happen.”
“Please don’t do this to me.”
“He’ll be dead in a month.”
“I’ll be married in a week.”
“Busy month for the priests.”

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“Your mother always did love drama.”
“She had to make it about her.”
“I could say the same about you.”
“When is it going to stop, Dad?”
“Next weekend. If you want it to.”
“You deserve better.”
“So does she.”
“How are you feeling?”
“I won’t be leaving the house again.”

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“I can’t do this. I’m calling it off.”
“Groom backed out too?”
“We had a fight. He says we’re all crazy.”
“Maybe he’s right.”
“Are we going to end up like them?”
“Probably.”
“Please come.”
“I thought it was canceled.”
“It’s not too late.”
“Yeah. It probably is.”

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“I called your mother.”
“Why?”
“Had a favor to ask.”
“The wedding’s off.”
“Apparently not and your Mom will be there.”
“What did you say to her?”
“To do the right thing for a change. Your turn.”
“I don’t think I can do that.”
“We’re done here then. Good luck to the both of you.”
“Don’t say that.”
“Buy a black suit. You can wear it twice.”

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“Dad’s dead.”
“What happened.”
“Last night. Never woke up.”
“I’m sorry.”
“For him or for me?”
“I don’t know anymore.”
“You know he called Mom.”
“That’s why she’s coming.”
“Dad asked me to do the same.”
“Are you going to come?”
“I am.”

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“I’m scared. Do I look alright?”
“As beautiful as brides come.”
What if things go wrong?”
“Then make them right.”
“Did Dad hate me?”
“If he had I wouldn’t be here.”
“I shouldn’t be crying yet, should I?”
“Your wedding. Cry as much as you want.”
“Thank you for doing this.”
“Family is as family does. Are you ready?”
“I think so."