47: The MOH Who Quit by Text, Tough Truths, and Vendor Confessions with Bethy Abdissa

Not all wedding horror stories start at the altar… some start with a “best friend” and a suspicious text message.

This week, Christa sits down (again!) with wedding planner Bethy Abdissa for a raw, honest, and slightly unhinged look at what really happens behind the scenes… and yes, they dive headfirst into another jaw-dropping story that had them both saying: I’m sorry… WHAT? 

From timeline disasters to emotional design moments (sticky note love letters on cocktail napkins?!) Bethy gives the inside scoop on what couples get right, and where things spiral fast. And when Christa reads a listener’s submission about a maid of honor who drops out via text? Let’s just say… the tea is piping hot.

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Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

• MOH Drops It Like A Hot Potato – A maid of honor quits via text and the bride’s friendship spiral gets put under the microscope.
• Vendor Confessions From Hell – Real stories of photographers missing key moments and caterers showing up painfully late.
• Stress vs Preparedness – Why the brides who feel a little stressed are usually the most on top of their planning.
• Overstepping vs Support – When “helpful” bridesmaids cross the line and create more tension than peace.
• Emotional Design Done Right – From recreated love notes on napkins to guest experiences that hit straight in the feels.
• The 45-Wedding Summer – Bethy’s busiest season yet and the chaos that comes with it.
• Why You NEED a Coordinator – The forgotten hero who keeps your wedding from imploding in real time.

Words of Wisdom: Standout Quotes from This Episode

• “That should be a T-shirt: DJs are my best friends and my worst enemies.” - Christa Innis
• “If they’re a little too calm, I start getting nervous.” - Christa Innis
• “People always need something to pick at. It’s emotional support cheese.” - Christa Innis
• “You never notice delays… until you’re cold and starving at your table.” - Christa Innis
• “Those extra set of hands come very handy.” - Christa Innis
• “If the caterer is two hours late, you just start praying.” - Bethy Abdissa
• “No stop means I can get you to 125K real quick.” - Bethy Abdissa
• “Flexibility matters, but boundaries matter more.” - Bethy Abdissa
• “I avoided that DJ like the plague.” - Bethy Abdissa
• “You’d rather lose a vendor than lose your coordinator.” - Bethy Abdissa

About Bethy

Bethy Abdissa is a dynamic wedding planner, content creator, and entrepreneur with a passion for storytelling and cultural inclusivity. Originally from Ethiopia, she moved to the United States 15 years ago and began her professional journey in finance and accounting. After realizing the corporate world wasn’t her calling, Bethy took a bold leap in 2022 to pursue her true passion: event planning.

With over three years of experience as a wedding planner and a lifelong love for party planning, Bethy now specializes in coordinating weddings across the U.S., particularly in the DC, Maryland, Virginia, and Minneapolis areas. She’s also diving into the world of content creation—sharing makeup tips, hair styling, wedding insights, and self-development reflections through her TikTok channel, @Bethy_Creates. Long term, Bethy is working toward becoming a therapist, bringing her full-circle journey of creativity, empathy, and purpose to life.

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*This conversation is for entertainment and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please seek a licensed professional for your specific situation.

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