Father-in-Law Mix-Up: At my wedding, my father-in-law mistakenly used my husband’s ex-girlfriend’s name, Alyssa, during his toast. He shared stories about their past romance, despite being out of touch with my husband for years. Given that we had been dating for seven years, it was disappointing he couldn’t remember my name.

Reception Chaos: At a friend’s Vermont wedding reception, over 300 guests showed up for a private ceremony. The day devolved into chaos as groups clashed, culminating in a drunken altercation where a girl was accidentally hit with a coal shovel. Multiple 911 calls led to police intervention and some arrests. Fortunately, the girl was treated by a veterinarian guest, and both ended up spending the night together after the wild event. Mashed Potato Toast: My brother’s wedding toast was memorable for its humor. After thanking everyone, he hilariously mumbled, “God bless the mashed potatoes!” and stumbled off the dance floor, causing laughter throughout the reception. My mom even sought the chef’s recipe for the delicious dish!