A Bridesmaid's Survival Guide

"Will you be my bridesmaid?" With that proposal a journey like no other begins. You're touched that your sister, cousin, or friend thought of you. And you're thrilled about the whirlwind of parties and planning that will ensue over the next several months. But as the initial excitement dies down, you've come to the realization that you don't know the first thing about being a competent bridesmaid. What exactly are you supposed to do?