Dear Abby: I was duped by friend who wanted all the fun of a real wedding, but none of the actual commitment
By Abigail Van
Published on March 28, 2026.
A friend of the same name recently got married, but the marriage was never legally registered. She claimed it was a commitment ceremony and wanted the fun of a party. The revelation led to a flurry of questions about the legality of the wedding and the implications for her relationship with her and her family.
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