You are engaged to your true partner in life; you both are so happy together and the romance is shining bright, therefore, you have announced your wedding date and have started preparing for your special day. It is likely that you have already chosen your bridal party, and they have most likely graciously accepted, so they will now join you on your wedding day and show their support and offer encouraging words as you and your partner tie the knot.
Your wedding reception provides as a shining moment for not only you, but some of your guests as well, as they are given the opportunity to express their excitement about your marriage, past experiences and well-wishes through a wonderful speech.
Seeing as you will have many guests and members of your bridal party, it is important to know who should be granted with the role of giving a speech during your wedding reception, and luckily, Mountain House on Sunday River has gathered some of the top people who should relay a lovely message for you, so be sure to continue reading to find out more:
- The parents. As they say, mother knows best. You and your partner may be very close to your parents, so they would certainly be ideal candidates to give a speech at your wedding. Parents know just about everything about you, from the moment you were born up until you say “I do”, so surely they can offer a heart-felt speech, full of funny stories, the moment they knew you were truly in love and how they wish nothing but the best for you and your new partner. Whether it be your mother or father, they love you and want to show you their support, so, giving them a chance to wish you and your partner the best is a great way to show your love in return.
- The Bride & Groom. It is possible that you would rather sit back and let others have the chance to tell you how they hope for the best for you and your new partner and how beautiful the wedding is. However, you have a chance to address your wedding guests, thank them for showing their support and even show a little love to your partner. If nerves have you rattled and you would rather not go solo, you and your partner can prepare a couple’s speech. Hearing words of gratitude from the newlyweds is a great way to let your wedding guests know that they are appreciated and that their company was enjoyed.
- The Maid of Honor. Your maid of honor is likely your best friend or, even closer, your family. She will know everything about you and your love life with your partner, as she has probably been by your side throughout your entire relationship, so she will certainly be able to create a wonderful speech. Although it may seem terrifying to hand a microphone to the person who knows every dirty secret about you and your partner, including your first impression of them on your first date, surely your maid of honor will know what is best left said and unsaid.
Your wedding guests are there to support you and your partner as your lives become one, so allowing them to create a speech just for you is something you can truly cherish. Here at Mountain House on Sunday River, we strive to provide a gorgeous wedding setting, for you and your guests to enjoy your special day, so be sure to contact us today to plan your personal tour of our wonderful Maine venue.
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