Say it isn't so....

Carla1019

Last update on my BM that is no longer in my wedding. I'm through even wasting my energy talking about this ITSH.

So she paid her deposit and never came back for the final fitting. Even when I offered her a ride and told her if she needed anything just let me know. She never communicated with me and deep down I don't think she really wanted to support me while her life is a mess.

So I get a text with her asking about the money she put down for the deposit for the dress. Um... if you don't follow through on your commitment you lose your deposit. right?

Anyway, I want her out of my life and I'm done. I will pay her back AFTER the wedding, but I just can't believe some people. Also, when we were younger she owed me hundreds of dollars that she never paid back and I let it go. So funny how easily she forgets....

[Deleted User]

good morning Carla.

Um, girl why does she get her deposit back at all?   Ain't trying to sound OG about it but that's between her and the dress shop.

footballwife77

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[QUOTE]good morning Carla. Um, girl why does she get her deposit back at all?   Ain't trying to sound OG about it but that's between her and the dress shop.
Posted by sultryzulu[/QUOTE]

I agree with sultry. Would the dress shop be giving her her $$$ back? I wouldnt be coming out my pocket for it. thats her fault.

saharnshard

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[QUOTE]good morning Carla. Um, girl why does she get her deposit back at all?   Ain't trying to sound OG about it but that's between her and the dress shop.
Posted by sultryzulu[/QUOTE]

That's what I'm saying. It's not your fault that she's trifflin.

Carla1019

I agree, she doesn't deserve her money back but I'm willing to pay it to get her out of my life and have peace!

20pearls16

She should get a store credit like everyone else.

pearls687

All of the above!

HardyLove222

I agree with all of the above. A deposit is what it is. She should work that out with the store.

Carla1019

The dresses are being custom made by a seamstress.

20pearls16

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[QUOTE]The dresses are being custom made by a seamstress.
Posted by Carla1019[/QUOTE]

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MrsBoss2012

Aww Carla...I can understand you wanting to just pay her back to be done with her. Sometimes that or forfeit money owed just to be done with someone is worth the peace of mind.

I hope it isn't too much

7E&G7

Carla1019 good for you, and I understand wanting the peace of mind but guess what this is real life and you shouldn't pay for anything. Your BM knew her responsibilities before she took on the task so she need's to now pull on her big girl undies and deal. I say don't give her a dime or anymore of your time to even explain why you aren't paying her back.

RealHappyGal

If u kicked her out she wanted to stay, u shld see that she gets her back. If she quit, it's her issue. Imo

msbdumas

I agree on both ends.. I would give her the money back for the peace of mind but then she knew all along she didn't want to be there for you that's her fault she paid..I wouldn't be paying her back especially if she dropped out and didn't get kicked out !

Carla1019

Thanks everyone. Technically, I kicked her out after she missed 4 appointments to be fitted and the seamstress deadline has passed. We are not her only clients. So with 16 days left until the wedding I had to draw a line in the sand somewhere and tell BM that she didn't do what was needed to be done and now it is too late.

Yolie1098

She still would have to go to the dress shop for a refund..........if any.

Demi&Jason

Wow. Drama you do not need at this point. I see how people can be so unsupportive when they have the shambles going on in their lives...but that is no excuse! Too bad about the deposit that is not your problem but your'e right, its probably a small price to pay to get rid of a dead beat 'friend'.

MissusD1116

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[QUOTE]She should get a store credit like everyone else.
Posted by 20pearls16[/QUOTE]

I cannot with you at all! LOL...you right though!

MrsJenrette

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[QUOTE]I agree, she doesn't deserve her money back but I'm willing to pay it to get her out of my life and have peace!
Posted by Carla1019[/QUOTE]

Girl This!!..

I had to do the same thing for a BM (someone who I considered to be a VERY close friend, and was there/the first person to know that we had gotten engaged!) who lied to me to get out of being in the wedding.

The only difference, was that I found someone to replace her and used the dress that she had already ordered... I was initally going to pay her for the entire dress.. but once my SIL had to get alterations, and I found out that homegirl was lying!.. I only paid her 1/2 of what I said.. and even then she had to nerve to basically harass me for the money.. even AFTER I explained to her that not only were we wiped out due to the wedding, but we needed to get a new car because Hubby was in an accident and totalled it the week of the wedding!..
Anywho.. I gave her the money when I felt like I had it to give.. unfriended her on FB, and haven't called her at ALL (even though the calling had stopped a while back).. and you know what.. that heifa hasn't called me to even ask if I was breathing.. and I'm fine with it.. It will keep you in PERFECT peace after getting rid of her!..lol

mejai1

one more cosigner here. I'm about as nice as they come, but you're already spending a crapload on the wedding. Given that she has a history of bailing on money owed, consider this your way of being done... and don't be worrying about what you think she will think about you afterwards!~