The Father of the Bride
Traditionally the wedding
speeches are delivered after the meal has been served. Nowadays however, it is becoming increasingly common
for couples to arrange to have the speeches before sitting down to eat. Making a speech is a daunting task for anyone so getting them over and done
with so that you can sit back and enjoy the food and drink is becoming a more popular
choice.
At the reception the first speech is traditionally made by the father of the
bride. Of course every father will be
delighted and proud to see his daughter marry and welcome his new son-in-law into the family.
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Making a speech in front of a large crowd of people, some of whom you do not even know, can be a
daunting task and also quite nerve racking. Practice
and timing are key issues to remember so that you appear confident and comfortable even if you
don’t feel it!
There are a number of specialist books and websites with information on how to make and deliver the
perfect speech. It can be short, funny, witty or even
sentimental.
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There are a few do’s and don’ts which you should remember:
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Don't drink excessively
before the speech, the last thing you want is to slur your way through your speech in front of
guests.
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Take your time
, rushing a speech just makes it hard to hear what you are saying and actually keeps you in a nervous
state. As much as you want to get it over with, slowing down your
speech will help you relax and convey confidence.
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Don't overdo
the nudge, nudge, wink, wink stuff.
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Write your speech
out on place cards and number them, this makes it much easier to avoid losing your place.
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If you can’t
think of what to write get a professional wedding speech writing guide, there are many available on the
internet.
Duties of the Father of the Bride
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To thank the guests for attending including those who have travelled a long distance
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To thank anyone who has contributed financially to the cost of the wedding
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To convey your pride in your daughter
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To welcome your new son-in-law to the family
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To wish the newlyweds success and happiness for the future
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To toast the bride and groom
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