TOAST TO THE BRIDE'S PARENTS
(Groom's speech, replying to first toast to bride and groom, a longer, humorous speech.)
Reverend Brown, Ladies and Gentlemen, (Pause).
Thank
you very much, Mitch, for those kind words. It goes almost without saying how pleased I am
to be here today. In order not to dull your pleasure I intend to only speak for a few
minutes in case we all get snowed in!
We couldn't have wished for better weather perfect
sunshine, just the right start for a wedding day and honeymoon.
As you all know Maria has been a much sought after woman,
but I'm pleased to announce the winner of the competition, me. There are no runners up,
or associated prizes.
My new mother-in-law, Pat, has worked long and hard for
many months to prepare this wonderful occasion, all the little details such as these
beautiful flower/cake decorations were planned by her, and my father-in-law has taken on
his second mortgage without complaint, like the good-natured man he is. I am very pleased
to be part of the same family and to know that my parents feel the same.
Speaking of whom, today represents a great occasion for
both my parents, being the culmination of many years of planning of a different sort. They
have prepared me well, supported me through school and college, taught me the difference
between right and wrong, so that I know which I am enjoying at any given time!
Maria is beautiful, intelligent, and hard working. The
list of her good qualities is extremely long. Unfortunately I cannot read her handwriting.
I would like to thank you all for your presence in both
senses of the word, but especially for the smiling faces I see in front of me. I am
particularly pleased that Aunt Alice managed to make the long journey down to Miami from
New York for this occasion, and we are all delighted that Maria's sister, Heidi, flew all
the way from Washington to join us and be such a charming bridesmaid. Of course she had a
'little help' -quite a big help, actually, from Robin, who looked so sweet holding Maria's
train.
My best man, Steve, has made everything go smoothly, and
made his contribution to what has seemed the perfect day.
(Alternative ending: Finally, I must pay tribute to the bridesmaids Heidi, Robin,
Margo and Sue whose invaluable support has helped to make this day so successful.)
If there are no bridesmaids, the toast is to his
parents- I in-law as follows:
In conclusion, thank, you, everybody, for listening, and
I hope you are having a wonderful evening and are all as happy as we are today. Would you
kindly stand and raise your glasses and drink a toast to the health of your hosts, two
wonderful people, Mitch and Patricia. (Pause.)
To
Mitch and Patricia!
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