The big day was about 3 days away. Beth has her beautiful wedding dress bought and paid for. She finished school with flying colors. She has chosen Meg to be her maid of honor since she's like a sister to Beth. She can't believe that her wedding is almost here.

But then, one day, the telephone rang. It was Beth's father.

"I'm so sorry, dear, but your mother and I won't be able to make it to your

wedding."

"Why not?"

"Well, I don't think we'll be able to get away that week."

"Why?"

"We're going on a trip with a few friends," her father lied. The truth was that

they thought Beth was too young to get married and they, mostly her mother,

just couldn't bear to see their only child getting married.

"Oh," Beth said, trying not to sound too disappointed.

"We wish you the best of luck, darling."

"Thanks. I'll really miss you. I wanted you both here on my wedding day."

"We'd come if we could."

"I know. I'll send you some pictures. I hope you have a good time on your

trip. I'd better go now. I have some errands to do."

"Ok, dear, we'll talk to you soon."