Weddings should be happy occasions even for parents. As father of the bride you should remember that in your speech. While most fathers are nervous about wedding speeches, it’s really rather easy if you speak from the heart. You may not even really know the man she’s marrying, but keep in mind that he makes her happy when you are talking.
Keep your father of the bride speech simple. You don’t need an elaborate toast at all. Simply express how proud you are of your daughter and the woman she’s become, and wish her and her husband every happiness that marriage can provide.
You can add a bit of humor by pointing out that there will be little things that will drive the other crazy. For example his dirty socks on the living room floor and she might always burn the biscuits, but that’s not the reason they got married. They got married because they love each other flaws and all.
Keep it sincere, simple, and practice it and you should be fine. You may want to write it out and take it with you in case you forget what you wanted to say when the time comes. Most of all be happy for your little girl!
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