Don't make any thinly veiled remarks about the bride's decision making process or her possible inability to make groom happy. Groom's mom will enjoy it, bride will give you the evil eye for eternity and you might never see your buddy again. Well, once since the wedding. 4 years ago.
1). Thank everyone for coming
2). Thank whoever is hosting the reception
3). Tell a joke or story about you and the groom
4). Less is more. Most maids of honor have a five page manifesto. If you're brief you will be remembered as a hero after her.
5). Remember to offer a toast.
Great job. It's intimidating but you did it.
My best man gave the worst speech ever. Something to the effect of "uh well I didn't really. Hmm. Well you're getting married today and. Hey I love ya man."
mtn wrote: Holy cow, I was just about to make this post! Literally stepped away from my computer with the post almost all done. Just checked this on my phone from the toilet.
OP - congrats on working through it, even if you aren't comfortable with public speaking. Being able to do it in a pinch is an essential life skill.
mtn: Please review this thread: Please tell me you don't do this . . .
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