That one time a bridesmaid cried happy tears

I had a bridal party of 6 last Saturday and one of the bridesmaids was super quiet during the trial run. She didn't say much, just nodded at everything. Day of the wedding she grabbed my arm after I finished her updo and whispered "I actually feel pretty for the first time in a year." Her eyes were all watery and it hit me right in the chest. Has anyone else had a moment like that where a small thing you did meant way more to someone than you expected?

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lunaf671d ago

That quiet one probably didn't want to be a burden by making it about her. People like that hide how they're struggling because they don't want to steal someone else's spotlight or cause drama. You gave her a chance to just exist and feel good without having to explain herself or ask for validation. That's actually a huge gift most people don't think about. She trusted you enough to let that wall down for a second. Pretty powerful stuff.

taylor.hayden1d ago

Hmm, I dunno about all that. Sometimes people are quiet because they just don't have much to say or they're really not interested in being there. Making it about them would be weird if they're perfectly fine just sitting back and listening. Could be she just liked the music or the snacks and didn't want to chat. Not everyone silence is some deep struggle. Feels like we're overthinking a person who might have just been tired or bored.

adamk951d ago

My buddy once brought a quiet girl to a party and she spent an hour petting his dog.

bell.felix1d ago

Oh man, I've totally been there. In my experience, sometimes just letting someone be without pressure is the best move, and it sounds like your buddy nailed it.