Before I undertake the customary duty of giving Martin an uncomfortable few minutes it is part of the official duty of the best man to thank Martin on behalf of the bridesmaids, Sezan, Canan and Clare for his kind words and for having them play a part of this really special day. I have to say they all look wonderful and have done an excellent job. Indeed they are only eclipsed by Arzu herself, who, I''m sure you''ll all agree, looks absolutely stunning.
The brain is a wonderful thing. It never stops working from the time you are born until the moment you start to make a speech. For those of you who do not already know me, my name is Michelle, and I am a friend of Jamie's.
Brian, as some may know is quite the history buff and has acquired the nickname "Captain Cunuck", dazzling everyone with his knowledge of Canadian facts while playing Trivia Pursuit styles games. It is this love of knowledge and history that allows me to speak of August 3, 1492. This is the day that Columbus set sail from Italy. Although that was a little over 500 years ago, much of what transpired since then has a great deal of relevance today - as we share in the vows Jamie and Brian made to one another.
Brian, as some may know is quite the history buff and has acquired the nickname "Captain Cunuck", dazzling everyone with his knowledge of Canadian facts while playing Trivia Pursuit styles games. It is this love of knowledge and history that allows me to speak of August 3, 1492. This is the day that Columbus set sail from Italy. Although that was a little over 500 years ago, much of what transpired since then has a great deal of relevance today - as we share in the vows Jamie and Brian made to one another.
Ladies & Gentlemen - for those of you that don’t know me I’m Tony - Clare’s dad and on behalf of Pat and the family, I would like to welcome you all here today - to celebrate the marriage of our eldest daughter Claire to Steve.
“As Henry V111 said to each of his wives in turn - I’ll try not to keep you very long,”
I was told by my good friend Councilor Leonard Entwistle the ABC and XYZ of public speaking - ABC - Always be confident - XYZ - Examine your zip…
“As Henry V111 said to each of his wives in turn - I’ll try not to keep you very long,”
I was told by my good friend Councilor Leonard Entwistle the ABC and XYZ of public speaking - ABC - Always be confident - XYZ - Examine your zip…
Good afternoon I want to thank all of you for coming and helping Dave and Lisa celebrate this important day in their lives!
I've tried to memorize this speech, which isn't easy when you have the memory retention of a geriatric goldfish, so please forgive me if I resort to my notes. Probably every five seconds. I did ask for an autocue to be set up in front of me, but apparently the wedding budget doesn't stretch that far... And neither does my eyesight.
The most important people here for Dave, are Ellen and Terry. It has been really good to meet them and become family-in-laws and friends.
I've tried to memorize this speech, which isn't easy when you have the memory retention of a geriatric goldfish, so please forgive me if I resort to my notes. Probably every five seconds. I did ask for an autocue to be set up in front of me, but apparently the wedding budget doesn't stretch that far... And neither does my eyesight.
The most important people here for Dave, are Ellen and Terry. It has been really good to meet them and become family-in-laws and friends.
