"Bride's Fury: A Disastrous and Bizarre Wedding Shower Unveiled in Ask Amy's Column"

A reader shares their experience attending a wedding shower where the bride requested no gifts but had an extravagant display of expensive items for guests to sign up for. The event was uncomfortable, and the bride and her mother were furious with the guests. The reader wonders if this is a new trend and seeks advice on how to handle the situation. In another letter, a concerned mother expresses worry about her daughter's wife, whom she perceives as controlling and narcissistic. The mother seeks guidance on how to approach the situation without alienating her daughter. Amy advises open communication and support while cautioning against confrontation.