Your biggest day is arriving soon. You may have already known that you are suppose to give the grooms speeches; or you did not know? Well, if you have not started anything yet, then be glad that you are reading this article.
It seems that many have problems writing their own groom speeches, but you do not have to join the crowd.
If you need a little bit of help or just getting a head start, then this article is written especially for you.....just a few easy steps that will put you in the right frame of mind.
Confidence
Just have confidence when you start writing your grooms speech. It will show up in your writing. Remember that it is YOUR day and no one will take that away from you.
Saying Thanks
Vital when you begin your speech. Just keep it simple and thank all your guests for attending the wedding. Welcome them and say thank you.
After that, remember also to thank your own parents and then your bride's parents for all that they have done for you and your bride. Remember also to thank all those who are involved in the reception and the wedding ceremony.
Keep It Light
Do not make your speech sound like a long thank you list....your guests will fall asleep!! So, one of the way of lightening up the speech is by inserting appropriate jokes, quotes or some memories that you would like to share with your guests.
Never Leave Your Bride Out
Get her involved in your groom speech. Tell her how lucky you are to have her as your bride. I am sure you will have plenty to say to your bride. Do not be afraid to show your emotions because the more you show them, the more sentimental your words will be. How beautiful!!
Last Words
When you are almost finished, prepare a few words to say regarding your maid-in-honour and your best man. Focus first on the maid-of-honour. You may want to thank her personally for all the help that she has rendered to your bride. Then to your best man, you may want to relate some funny stories in relation to why he was chosen to be your best man.
Preparing grooms speeches have caused many groom to have sleepless nights. I know because I was one 10 years ago when I got married. Though it is supposed to be about only 10 mins long, it may feel like a lifetime. There is pressure as you have to speak in front of your friends and families. But if you keep these guidelines in mind and follow them, you would have built up confidence to present a good groom speech.
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
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