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Just plastered on a grin for my friend's entire wedding day.

My best friend got married yesterday, and I was her maid of honor. Inside, I was crumbling because my own relationship ended last week. I had to toast and dance like everything was perfect. It felt like wearing a mask that was glued on too tight. Now I'm just exhausted from all that pretending.

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rubyk262mo ago

Remember my friend who had to host her mom's birthday party right after her dog died? She made it through the whole thing, even cut the cake, then slept for like fourteen hours straight. Her body just shut down to collect the bill for all that acting. It's wild how the crash hits you only after the show is over.

sarahf993mo ago

Seriously, you did the maid of honor toast just one week after your own breakup. I can't even imagine mustering that kind of strength. No wonder you're completely drained now.

wadew513mo ago

That mask deserves an Oscar for sure. The crash after faking it all day is the worst part.

sean_stone3mo ago

Ugh, that crash is so real. My whole body just gives out when I finally stop pretending. It's like paying a debt for all the fake smiles.