Here's a mistake a lot of brides make: they want everyone to think they're handling everything just great. They slap on a smile, gush about how fabulously everything is going, how happy they are, and it's all about what they want other people to think. It's OKAY to admit that the wedding has you stressed-out -- it happens to everyone, and none of your friends are buying your super-chipper performance anyway.

So here's how you can return to Planning in Peace: send your friends an e-mail saying, "Hey, I'd love it if you'd send me a little e-mail with something funny, tell me what's happening in your world, and distract me from the moments of stress that pop up now and then. Overall, we're doing great, but I do have my moments. You always make me smile, and I love your stories, so keep 'em coming!" That's a great level of honesty, and it's a great gift to allow your friends to lift you.

You've asked for what you need, and no true friend is going to have a problem with that! Just be sure to add on, "but please, no chain letters right now! I'm too superstitious! ;)"