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Brides speech written.... anyone else had or having one? Edit: speech attached p1

mum-wants-a-hat, 12 June, 2013 at 22:52 Posted on Planning 0 16

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I wrote out what I expected to be a short 'to do' list of things I need to sort before next Saturday, only to find it was flippin endless!

Anyway, I've managed to knock a few things off it (and add a couple more on oops!) so ,amongst other things achieved today, I have just written my speech.

I know it's gradually becoming more popular for brides to make a speech, but I'm not sure how it will go down. I just needed to know certain areas were covered for definite- plus, the Groom always talks about the bride so it's only right IMO that she offers him the same.

So I was just wondering how many of you were planning on doing a speech and for those of you that already have, how did it go down?

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Helenia · 12 June, 2013 at 23:44
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I hadn't planned to do one, but I did end up feeling like I had to on the day, because nobody had done the toast to the bridesmaids, and I thought that wasn't fair! I just winged it, so it was very short and not very fluent, but seemed to go down ok.
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2b_MrsB · 13 June, 2013 at 00:31
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Hi MWAH,

The thought did cross my mind when we originally started planning but after my son asked to make a speech I decided 4 speeches would more than enough. we have written personal vows to each other though so I'm happy with that.

I though you were pretty much organised ( unlike me! ) what have you left to do ?

L x
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Kentish Gal · 13 June, 2013 at 02:16
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I'm doing one. My son's (giving me away) will be very short. Then mine will be short. Then the groom, then the best man.

I will start off thanking my son. Then thank our best man and usher (groom's best friends), thank my bridesmaids, thank groom's parents, mention my grandparents who have passed and I miss dearly, thank family for practical help with wedding plans, friends for being wonderful when my life was not, and end with a toast to my amazing groom.
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Skeptical78 · 13 June, 2013 at 09:03
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Part of me (the gobby, show-off feminist part) wants to do a speech. But another part (the nervous, slightly alcoholic part) doesn't. And at the moment, the latter is winning...
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mum-wants-a-hat · 13 June, 2013 at 09:29
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Ohhh its only little things, it's just that there's alot of them. Trouble is, if I don't itemised EVERYTHING (colouring my hair, putting monies in envelopes, making pompoms etc) ill worry that I have forgotten something.

Plan of action for this morning is to make the last necessary calls and emails to finalise tiny details with suppliers etc, then learn my songs (I'm doing a short jazz/swing set with the band!) and start on getting the house in order -particularly our bedroom!- so it looks ok on any pics. I don't actually remember what our room looks like when it's not stacked high with weddingy stuff!

I'll see what else I can do today, but some bits really do need to be left to next week. Xx
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mum-wants-a-hat · 13 June, 2013 at 09:31
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And what if the two combine so you end up being the hobby alcoholic bride? ;0) xx
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mum-wants-a-hat · 13 June, 2013 at 09:34
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Hmmmm.

This is what I was debating.... Do I put faith in my OH and the other speech makers to cover all those thankyous (I'd like to think they have done their homework lol!) and risk something/one being missed or do I thank the Bms etc and potentially have duplication later on?

Food for thought......

Xx
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Skeptical78 · 13 June, 2013 at 09:37
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This is VERY likely to happen! ?
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ATB · 13 June, 2013 at 09:38
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Officially we aren't having any speeches (My OH refuses to do one. He's never told me I look nice, or paid me a compliment really, and I'd hoped our wedding day would be the one day he could - but alas no!). My brother is giving me away though and my mum thinks he'll want to do a short speech, but probablly won't decide until the day. If he does then I'll follow and do one too, but I won't plan or write it - I just would like to thank everyone who's helped me out (especially my mum and bridesmaids) and give them a toast. That's it really!
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Skeptical78 · 13 June, 2013 at 09:42
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If it's any reassurance (it's probably not!) you're not alone here.
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mum-wants-a-hat · 13 June, 2013 at 09:44
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Some may say I always have to have the last word - I disagree.

And just to prove that I AM always right (*cough* Katie!) I have chosen to open this part of the proceedings.

Don't worry, I'll attempt to keep it short and to the point- yes, Jenna, it may actually be possible!

I know it's not customary for the bride to make a speech, but you all know me well enough to understand I like to do things my own way. I blame the OCD/ control freak in me- I mean, who else do you know who gets palps if their washing isn't hung out with colour matched pegs?!

Oops! Only 4 sentences in and already I digress... Maybe succinctness isn't my forte?
Let's try again...

The fellas will no doubt do their bit and say the usual thankyous to those who have played an integral part in today's celebrations, so I won't tread on their toes... but I just have to put my twopenneth in (no change there, I hear you mutter!)

There are those of you without whom today simply could not have happened- you know who you are and we are both truly grateful beyond words so I shan't attempt to find the right ones now for fear of it sounding completely ineffectual. Just, Thankyou. We love you.

Again, I won't name names but there are some people here today who have made huge sacrifices and overcome great personal obstacles to share in our celebrations. We feel humbled and honoured that you have made such efforts to be with us today, and believe me, you have made our day all the more special by doing so. I can't express how much it means to us so again, Thankyou.

To Mark, my HUSBAND (yippee!!) firstly, thank heavens you turned up!!! These heels are bloody killing me but at least it has been worth it! I'm looking forward to growing old utterly disgracefully with you and remembering this day forever.... Or at least until the senility kicks in!

I'm so pleased I'll never have to buy another 'partner' card and that I can finally respond to 'Mrs Sutton' without feeling a smidgen awkward. Oh, and are there still married persons tax benefits?

By the way, I know you're usually a tracky bottoms guy, but flippin eck you look damn fine in that suit! If I wasn't already your wife, I'd definitely be asking to be!

Seriously, I'm so thrilled to be - officially - Mrs Sutton. Aside from bagging myself a wicked extra family, it means we are truly joined together now. Forever. I'm proud to take your name, to wear this ring, and to declare my commitment to you in front of all these wonderful people. I love you.

" To Mark! "

And finally there are a few people with whom we would have given anything to have shared the planning, the excitement, the build up and to have seen sitting amongst you today. We miss them dearly yet we know they will have been here, enjoying every moment, alongside us all the way.

I'd like to raise a glass to every one of you, our nearest and dearest, present and passed for making our day something special, something unforgettable, something perfect.

" To loved ones ! "
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MrsDtoB · 13 June, 2013 at 10:46
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Ahhh this speech is amazing, well done. I wouldn't have the guts to speak an OH does not do public speaking, but he said he's doing one....but doesn't want any help. eeek

Were date twins and im exactly like you, writing lists all the time. Im slightly (OH wud say majorly)OCD about most things so starting to get a little stressed now! 9 days to go!

Plus my Little boy is off school today, had a day of getting last bits sorted planned for today but now its seems its going to be a playing on the wii day instead!
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BrideCummins14 · 13 June, 2013 at 11:21
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Bloody hell thats a great speech - I almost want to steal it!!! Well done and go you!!

My OH has said there is no way I will go all day without grabbing the mic and saying something but I want to prove them all wrong and stay quiet - we will see...
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LoveBug1950 · 13 June, 2013 at 12:13
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I cried reading your speech, so I know I definitely would not be able to do one myself
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ATB · 13 June, 2013 at 12:24
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It is reassurance actually! I thought I was the only one! So thank you!
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Kentish Gal · 13 June, 2013 at 12:45
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Every time I read through mine the bit to my son makes me cry!
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