I had the same problem. My hubby to be had no problem filling 5 spots and I only could fill four. I could have chose my cousin that lives 10 hours away, but then I would have had to ask her brother and I have a friend but we are not the closest. My decision was to have only my four closest girl's to me in the wedding. When it comes to the recessional, I am just going to have 2 guys with 1 girl. Just remember it is your day and you can do what you want. Hope that helps you out.