subject: Suggestions For A Memorable Mother Of The Bride Speech [print this page] If your daughter is about to get hitched you almost certainly feel as if you are living in a whirlwind including planning, schedules, appointments, fittings, food tastings, flower selections, rite planning and invitations.
In case this isn't enough to keep you busy, there's yet another responsibility which is very important in making your daughter's marriage day a notable day full of love and family bonds.
That responsibility is the mummy of the bride speech. Usually given toward the close of marriage day speech making, the mother of the bride has a unique and special opportunity to make a lasting impression on the reception guests. As importantly, your speech will launch the newlyweds into the orbit of their honeymoon and life together.
Here are one or two Tips for a remarkable Mother of the Bride Speech
The mother of the bride speech is given after the father of the groom toasts the bride. Dependent on the scale of the marriage, the order of speeches won't be adhered to so you will need to be ready when you get the signal that you are "on stage
First, you might want to tell two short humorous stories about your daughter, how she introduced you to the groom, or an experience that you all shared like a holiday or family outing.
Welcome the groom into your folks and let him know how contented you are that he married your daughter.
Tell your daughter how special she is to you and that you are happy for her.
You may want to mention the groom's family and thank them for having such a wonderful son and being a source of love and family for your daughter.
Thank anyone that has made a special contribution to the wedding, or traveled a long distance to be there
Make your toast the newlyweds as a couple.
Brevity and sincerity, with just the right touch of humor will engrave your words of love in the hearts of the bride and groom as well as your reception guests.
