Traditionally it was not considered one of the duties of a bridesmaid to make a speech. In fact, the best man usually spoke on behalf of the bridesmaids. Imagine that today! No, these days most women prefer to speak on their own behalf. After all, it is you ladies who are the best friends…

As Father of the Bride, and wedding host, your speech is generally first cab off the rank. You will have certain conventions that generally fall to you. As the “opening act” your job is to welcome the guests and to set the tone for a relaxed and joyous event – “to kick things off”…

Yes, you’ve proudly accepted the role of Best Man and now it s up to you to deliver a speech. The problem is the very thought of having to make a speech brings back nasty recollections of school days and horrific experiences stumbling to deliver ill prepared speeches on any manner of topics suggested…