[Help] Father of the Bride speech ( Hints and pointers please)

[Lenny Rider]

Doing it on Saturday evening, kept it fairly short, couple of anecdotes about my daughter, giving a nod to my son in law who’s a top bloke (despite being a Spurs fan) how nice all the ladies look, thank the caterers and venue, toast the Bride and Groom.

Have I missed anything?

Thanks

PS Not having a drink till I’ve finished speaking

 

[Withdean South Stand]

I don't want to jinx anything, but this really has the potential for Gold.

 

[Birdie Boy]

When I got married, I forgot to mention my bride! It's been 30 years so I think she has got over it!
FotB is not in the near future as far as I know, so can't help there, good luck.

 

[Nobby Cybergoat]

My only experience I can offer is that any jokes you're tempted to make about the brides sexual history should be regarded as high risk. Hope this helps

 

[ROSM]

A good speech is like a skirt. It should be long enough to cover the important things but short enough to retain interest

 

[AmexRuislip]

Doing it on Saturday evening, kept it fairly short, couple of anecdotes about my daughter, giving a nod to my son in law who’s a top bloke (despite being a Spurs fan) how nice all the ladies look, thank the caterers and venue, toast the Bride and Groom.

Have I missed anything?

Thanks

PS Not having a drink till I’ve finished speaking

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What’s the difference between a Tottenham Hotspur trophy cabinet and a museum​

A museum is actually filled with awards and memorabilia from the past.

Could use a variation of the above on a cleaning option

 

[Cowfold Seagull]

Being so adept at public speaking Lenny, l'm surprised at you asking that question.

 

[Harry Wilson's tackle]

Here you go:

 

[timbha]

Being so adept at public speaking Lenny, l'm surprised at you asking that question.

…. Is the answer Lenny was looking for

 

[Papa Lazarou]

This sounds like a perfect use case for AI

 

[Lenny Rider]

…. Is the answer Lenny was looking for

Actually no, this is one I’m actually a bit nervous about, as I can’t go down the usual route

ie this is not 70/100 pissed up blokes at a sportsman dinner

 

[jackanada]

Start with all the thank yous, it's easy to do and gets it out the way while a few wives are still shushing drunken uncles. Also you don't want to finish with that as it's about your daughter.
Anecdotes about daughter.
First meeting with groom
Light ribbing of groom
Nice observations of them as a couple.
Possible light piss take of them as couple (depends on number of humourless relatives)
Comparison to own happy marriage if faintly applicable for bonus points from wife.
Best wishes for future
Toast.

 

[Lenny Rider]

Start with all the thank yous, it's easy to do and gets it out the way while a few wives are still shushing drunken uncles. Also you don't want to finish with that as it's about your daughter.
Anecdotes about daughter.
First meeting with groom
Light ribbing of groom
Nice observations of them as a couple.
Possible light piss take of them as couple (depends on number of humourless relatives)
Comparison to own happy marriage if faintly applicable for bonus points from wife.
Best wishes for future
Toast.

Thanks old boy.

 

[Flounce]

Are you confident enough to do it without notes, I wasn’t, but then you are comfortable with public speaking. It’ll be fine

 

[Baldseagull]

I would mention that you are quite experienced in disposing of bodies, so the new son in-law better behave.

 

[Mellor 3 Ward 4]

Despite being such a shy and retiring charachter, I'm sure you'll be fine

Good Luck - and have a great day - weather looks pretty good for the weekend.

 

[thedonkeycentrehalf]

Not forgetting the tradition Dad joke that weddings are emotional occasions as even the cake is in tiers.

However, I'm told the other joke about "why do brides wear white? To match the other domestic appliances" is no longer seen as acceptable

 

[Guinness Boy]

Surely a little moan that you missed the match.

Unless Ipswich win of course.

 

[thedonkeycentrehalf]

Given your daughters previous employment you could say "for anyone not wanting to listen to you, the exits are...."

 

[papachris]

Doing it on Saturday evening, kept it fairly short, couple of anecdotes about my daughter, giving a nod to my son in law who’s a top bloke (despite being a Spurs fan) how nice all the ladies look, thank the caterers and venue, toast the Bride and Groom.

Have I missed anything?

Thanks

PS Not having a drink till I’ve finished speaking

Congratulations on your daughter's upcoming wedding. Hope it's a great day and your speech goes well