Amy Dickinson Advises on Wedding Rehearsal Dispute and Family Financial Secrecy

In her latest columns, Dickinson supports a couple's decision in a wedding rehearsal controversy and addresses concerns over financial secrecy within a family.

• A newlywed couple adhered to their minister's instructions to exclude 'plus-ones' from their wedding rehearsal, leading to a dispute with the bride's sister.
• The sister, a bridesmaid, felt insulted when her long-time boyfriend was not allowed to attend the rehearsal, despite being invited to the rehearsal dinner and wedding.
• The couple sought advice from Amy Dickinson, who affirmed their decision to follow the minister's guidelines was correct.
• In a separate query, a reader expressed frustration over being kept in the dark about a family member's financial windfall, questioning the secrecy within the family.
• Amy Dickinson advised that financial matters are private and encouraged open communication to address feelings of exclusion or secrecy.

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