I have no problem with the programs/favor/guestbooks duties being doled out to friends. I know that I won't have more than 3 bridesmaids and 1 maid of honour. Therefore, the umpteen friends/sorority sisters/female relatives who I'd like to be in the wedding in some way will do things like this. Maybe it's because I'm from the South, but it doesn't offend me AT ALL. We can't always be bridesmaids, now can we?