Hi,
I'm getting married next year and my poor dad is a quiet, unassuming, quite distant person, at times. Loves small groups or one to one conversations but is apprehensive about speaking on the big day (I know this from my Mum...). He would love to be able to give a lovely speech but he knows himself he just isn't "the sort". I want him to speak as I know he will regret not doing so, in years to come but will advise him to keep it short and consise. He has a wealth of knowledge re history as well as lots of other interesting areas.
I'm wondering what are the areas hw really must not ignore. Would he cover the most important if he (and on behalf of my Mum) mentions:
#Welcome groom to family.
#Thank everyone for coming and to enjoy the rest of the night
#Say something short and snappy about me
Thanks
P.S. My Mum would not be willing to speak on his behalf in case anyone thinks she is the confident one in the relationship!
I'm getting married next year and my poor dad is a quiet, unassuming, quite distant person, at times. Loves small groups or one to one conversations but is apprehensive about speaking on the big day (I know this from my Mum...). He would love to be able to give a lovely speech but he knows himself he just isn't "the sort". I want him to speak as I know he will regret not doing so, in years to come but will advise him to keep it short and consise. He has a wealth of knowledge re history as well as lots of other interesting areas.
I'm wondering what are the areas hw really must not ignore. Would he cover the most important if he (and on behalf of my Mum) mentions:
#Welcome groom to family.
#Thank everyone for coming and to enjoy the rest of the night
#Say something short and snappy about me
Thanks
P.S. My Mum would not be willing to speak on his behalf in case anyone thinks she is the confident one in the relationship!