Friday, March 05, 2004
Good News from Brockville
So one of my best buds got engaged last night, which is amazing! and to top it all off, he asked ME to be his best man!!!!! I said yes of course, and I was like sweet deal, so i have to plan a stag party and give a speech, no problem! but then I started to research the tradtional role of Best man and, well... read on!
"Rules of Etiquette
The best man is there to support the groom, carry the rings in church and make a speech. Some people believe that if the groom does not turn up it is the responsibility of the best man to marry the bride, saving her the embarrassment of being jilted. Rest assured, the groom's choice of best man will no longer determine your future.
The best man has some very specific responsibilities:
The groom - ensuring that he gets to the church on time, in one piece and sober.
The rings - ensuring that they are available when required.
Arranging the stag night - making sure that the groom returns in one piece and is not put on a one way flight to Timbuctu the night before the wedding. It is sensible to have the stag party some time before the wedding - never the night before!
Ensure that the ushers know what they have to do. The best man is responsible for seating in the church and ensuring that all the guests have an order of service.
The flowers - make sure that all the ushers, parents and attendants have been given the right flowers.
The going away - making sure that the bride and groom can change somewhere before they leave the reception, that all the right clothes are delivered there and that their luggage goes away on honeymoon with them. Also, possibly, taking charge of returning hired clothes.
The wedding presents - make sure that wedding presents are put together and that they are taken away from the reception by someone.
Make sure that the groom pays any necessary church fees or costs required on the day.
Escorting the chief bridesmaid down the aisle and having the first dance with her.
Ensuring guests' transport arrangements are organised. This might involve a phone and the number of a mini cab firm or showing people the way to the reception.
Making a speech, responding on behalf of the bridesmaids to the groom's toast and reading out any telegrams or messages.
Any announcements required during the reception.
Getting the party going and ensuring that everyone is involved in any dancing and that no one feels left out.
As you can see this job is not one to be offered or undertaken lightly and the person should be responsible and keen to ensure that the day runs smoothly rather than simply eager to marry the bride if the groom doesn't turn up. "
Well, it seems as though this may be slightly more complicated then I first thought, buut still I'm up to the task!!!!
BUt I must admit, it seems that I am always a bridesmaid, never a bride...errr....
you know what I mean!
"Rules of Etiquette
The best man is there to support the groom, carry the rings in church and make a speech. Some people believe that if the groom does not turn up it is the responsibility of the best man to marry the bride, saving her the embarrassment of being jilted. Rest assured, the groom's choice of best man will no longer determine your future.
The best man has some very specific responsibilities:
The groom - ensuring that he gets to the church on time, in one piece and sober.
The rings - ensuring that they are available when required.
Arranging the stag night - making sure that the groom returns in one piece and is not put on a one way flight to Timbuctu the night before the wedding. It is sensible to have the stag party some time before the wedding - never the night before!
Ensure that the ushers know what they have to do. The best man is responsible for seating in the church and ensuring that all the guests have an order of service.
The flowers - make sure that all the ushers, parents and attendants have been given the right flowers.
The going away - making sure that the bride and groom can change somewhere before they leave the reception, that all the right clothes are delivered there and that their luggage goes away on honeymoon with them. Also, possibly, taking charge of returning hired clothes.
The wedding presents - make sure that wedding presents are put together and that they are taken away from the reception by someone.
Make sure that the groom pays any necessary church fees or costs required on the day.
Escorting the chief bridesmaid down the aisle and having the first dance with her.
Ensuring guests' transport arrangements are organised. This might involve a phone and the number of a mini cab firm or showing people the way to the reception.
Making a speech, responding on behalf of the bridesmaids to the groom's toast and reading out any telegrams or messages.
Any announcements required during the reception.
Getting the party going and ensuring that everyone is involved in any dancing and that no one feels left out.
As you can see this job is not one to be offered or undertaken lightly and the person should be responsible and keen to ensure that the day runs smoothly rather than simply eager to marry the bride if the groom doesn't turn up. "
Well, it seems as though this may be slightly more complicated then I first thought, buut still I'm up to the task!!!!
BUt I must admit, it seems that I am always a bridesmaid, never a bride...errr....
you know what I mean!
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