Wedding Speech - Original Writing

There are various customs and traditions for marriage in United States based on varying factors such as culture, social norms, and religion. There are no unique practices because most of practices are derived from other cultures. The marriage practices and customs revolve around wedding attire, before wedding, wedding ceremony, reception, and after wedding. White bridal dresses are worn with a veil in weddings. However, those not wedding for the first time can choose any color of bridal dresses apart from white. Before a wedding, most have bridal showers where the bride receives gifts from the guests. Preparation takes considerable time to plan a wedding. In a wedding, groomsmen and bridesmaids are included (Lilian, 2013). The bride’s father walks the bride down the aisle to indicate approval of the groom. “The typical 21st century wedding can now feature a supporting cast of stepparents, half-siblings, Dad's new girlfriend and her kids, the bride's first stepfather and his new wife, and sometimes even the bride and groom's ex-spouses” Wedding cakes are used and couples kiss as a form of endearment. Cakes are seen symbols of fertility. It is a custom for the newly married woman to

In America we are known for throwing lavish ceremonies and expensive parties to celebrate the union between two people. I’ve attended quite a few weddings and participated in one during my lifetime thus far. Most weddings in the American culture follow the same itinerary.

These days, most couples don’t resonate with the traditional plastic bride and groom cake toppers. You remember, the formally attired bride and groom with big plastic smiles, painted on their little plastic faces. Yet, some couples do want a traditional wedding, complete with all the rituals.

We as a social stigma view traditional marriage proposals between a man and a woman normal, standard, and unique. Within a traditional wedding after the man has proposed to the woman normally the woman gets ready for her special day, she puts on makeup, does her hair, and is nervous. The woman wears a beautiful gown of her choice and her makeup is flawless her hair must be gorgeous. The groom is excited to see his future to be wife. He has shaved, showered, and dresses accordingly to the special occasion. The couples wait patiently for the reception to have a big or small gathering. Normally the soon to be bride is anxious and wants everything perfect by everything I mean decorations, flowers, photos, table arrangements,

For example, white was not particularly associated with brides but represented purity and innocence of the woman. As numerous might see, only the bride usually received a ring, which was symbolic of her vows who "married the church" also wore a ring on the left ring finger. Also the tradition of a large feast or party survives to this day. We also know that a wedding is a time for flinging expense to the things we decorate with. In the Middle ages nobles were entitled to collect a "relief" or fee from their residents on the marriage of their eldest daughter. Athough kings sometimes used this money for other things like, war with other countries. That didn't apply to members of the superiority, who were rich enough to marry at any age. Weddings between people in their early teens were more likely among the upper classes. On the other hand, powerful nobles might wait until a more eligible marriage partner became available or even cancel a planned marriage if the political situation changed therefore delaying their marriage to a later

Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. On behalf of the bridesmaids, I would like to thank Scott for his kind words. For once in my life, I find myself agreeing with him - they look stunning and did an excellent job today.

American weddings are incredibly diverse. No wedding is the same and that is what makes these weddings special. The United States is full of many cultures and the traditions vary for each wedding. Several rituals have become very typical for an American wedding. The common saying, “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a silver sixpence in her shoe”, is supposed to bring good luck to newlyweds. Modern brides still enjoy finding unique ways of incorporating these items into their special day. There are other interesting customs that relate to wedding cake, hiding the bride before her walk down the aisle, and the groom carrying his new wife.

"Kaitlyn. Erika. Richards," Jordan started, taking a short pause between each word. "You. Are. Such. An. Idiot."

Ladies and gentlemen, if there's anybody here this afternoon who's feeling nervous, apprehensive and queasy at the thought of what lies ahead…… it's probably because you have just married David Watson. To those of you who don’t know me yet. My name is Conner and I would like to thank David for finally confirming that I am actually the BEST man! I’ve actually looked forward to this moment for a long time. It will be the first time I’ve been able to speak for five minutes in David’s presence without being interrupted by his motor mouth. Now it’s not that I’m saying that David is loud but he doesn’t know how to shut up. With David, you very definitely hear him before you see him. It’s great to see that everyone is enjoying the wedding today, but I have to say that being best man you get to see behind the scenes – and let me tell you it isn’t pretty. Tears, hissy fits, chucking lipstick and mascara all over the place luckily, I’ve heard that Sam was better behaved than the groom. Quite clearly, no expense has been spared in creating this wonderful occasion for us all to enjoy. And by the way, please don't worry if you have heard any unusual noises during the speeches it's only David’s wallet groaning in agony. Looking around this packed room, it's surprising just how far some people are prepared to travel to eat free food. It's a good job David didn’t choose the menu, otherwise you would have been very disappointed to have come all this way for chicken nuggets and juice boxes.

“Beep! Beep! Beep!” My alarm clock only had to ring three times for me to turn it off and hop out of bed that morning. The day before I had hit snooze twice refusing to get up, but today was different, it held a special purpose. I pulled on my bathing suit, a pair of shorts, and a hoodie, and ran down the steps into the kitchen. My mom was in her usual morning spot, in a big white chair off the kitchen with her bible open, and her reading glasses on. On the table were two pieces of cinnamon toast on a napkin for me she had prepared. My dad was standing at the sink filling two water bottles, and was wearing his favorite green Patagonia board shorts.

“Morning mom!” Morning AJ! Breakfast is on the table.” No thanks mom I think I will pass.” “Alright suit yourself.

My mother’s harsh voice rang through the halls. She did this every night, called me down without ever warning me when. Anita, our maid couldn’t do this either. She was… different. Unlike my family. Anita has silky, dark brown skin and midnight black hair. She sleeps in the guest bedroom With only a small twin bed, and a bedside lamp on a small nightstand. She also has a small closet for her tiny assortment of clothing. My dad explained to my sisters and I, that she is a disgrace to us. She works with little pay for my family of six. There was something about her. Something that we shouldn’t hate her for, but I couldn’t recognize it.

There was a loud pounding on the door, a dish slipped from my mother’s hand and fell with a crash. Loud, angry Turkish voice rang throughout the cool evening air.

As I woke up, I could feel the warm sun hit my face. A feeling that I had missed as there had been constant rain for the past two weeks. I lay still in the warmth of my bed, refusing to wake up until I heard a knock on my door. I knew exactly who it was, it was our German student Rosi. I got out of bed and stumbled as I opened the door. Not yet awake, Rosi’s voice pierced my ears as she suggested today was the day we should go to the beach.

Once upon a time there was a gentleman who took for his second wife the proudest and haughtiest woman that was ever seen. She had two daughters who were just like her in every way, bad disposition and all. The husband had a young daughter of his own, but she was sweet and good. She took after her mother, who had been the best in the world.