Amongst all wedding speeches, the father of the groom speech is one of less usual ones
. At most weddings it is the speech from the father of the bride and that of the best man that take precedence, but the father of the groom speech is also a very important speech. It is a chance for you to welcome your son's wife into your family. If delivered with skill, and thought the speech should be both moving and humorous. here are some helpful ideas for the perfect father of the groom speech.
Initially you should start your speech by welcoming your son's bride into your family. Always compliment the bride, and congratulate your son for having such good taste. This approach will go down well with the bride's family.
Tell a couple of funny stories about your son, preferably ones from long ago, remember absolutly NO stories about former relationships!! Embarrassing stories about him are just fine. Stick to stories from childhood and you cannot go wrong. Everybody will love to laugh at a childhood story and it is a good chance to add some humour to your speech.
A further important part of the father of the groom speech is when you give your son advice about married life. This again is another good opportunity to inject some humour, and ideally should be near the end of your speech.
Ideally you will want the father of the groom speech to be both humorous and emotional. Always practice your speech several times before the big day. Do not make your speech over long, and try to deliver it in a relaxed and confident style. That is definitely the best layout for a father of the groom speech and you will be sure to get a generous round of applause.