Not Sure Where to Start ?
Use these prompts to get the creative juices flowing .
• When you first met the bride or groom , what bonded you as friends ?
• Have you shared any moments together where things didn ’ t go as planned ?
• What inspires you about their relationship ?
• How did the newlyweds meet ? What was your first impression ?
• What does each partner bring out in the other ?
DON ’ T : Use Inside Jokes
Inside jokes might get a laugh or two out of the wedding party , but they ’ ll probably go over everyone else ’ s heads . Avoid the confused looks and blank stares by writing your speech with the larger audience in mind or including the backstory so that everyone can follow along .
DON ’ T : Get Controversial
Although rehearsal dinner speeches are often more intimate than wedding reception speeches , you still want to be positive and uplifting . Tread carefully before bringing up anything the couple might find embarrassing , insensitive or controversial .
DON ’ T : Drink Too Much
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It might be tempting to hit the open bar for a little liquid courage before your speech , but save the celebrating for after . You don ’ t want to be up there slurring your words or worse , forgetting your lines . Order a glass of Champagne , but hold off on drinking it so you have a full glass to raise at the end of your toast . ◆
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