A father-daughter relationship is one of the most admirable illustrations of love. It arises out of the genuine love and care that comes from the very root of father and daughter's heart. Most of the time, daughters obtain courage and inspiration from their father. Their Fathers in the same way cherish them and treat them as their most precious gift.

One particular event that makes fathers both weep and smile is when their daughter finally chooses to get married. Fathers always want the best for their daughter and therefore try to ensure that their daughter has chosen a man that loves and supports her as he does. However, wedding ceremonies are usually accompanied with sad moments. Fathers can be emotional on their daughter's wedding day because the latter has finally decided to live an independent life of their own.

Regardless of that particular sadness that a father feels, they still want the wedding celebration to be perfect for his cherished daughter. The father of bride wedding speech is perhaps the toughest task for a father during the ceremony. This speech is considered as one of the most anticipated and valuable speeches of the wedding celebrations.

Speeches from father of bride are often emotional. They are more than a composition of words, they are rather a compassionate message for the bride. The talk is taken from the heart, no half truths, and only sincerity. Like any other speeches, the father of the bride wedding speech should follow some general guidelines in order to be effective.

Traditionally, the father of the bride speech is the opener at the wedding reception. Since it requires attracting the attention and interest of the audience, it may require more effort as the pressure is higher.

Your father of the bride speech should begin by welcoming your daughter's partner and his family. This is to make them feel that you are pleased to accept them in to your family circle. Show appreciation for the presence of other people, such as friends, guests, and others, some of whom may have travelled a long way to be there. It is important therefore that you recognize their effort in attending the most special event of your daughter and her husband's life.

Share a little information about the love story of the couple. Your speech will sound more appreciative if you manage to show your happiness towards their decision. Give them the assurance that whatever happens you will always be ready to support and help them.

Highlight your speech with words about the attachment you had, and still will have, with your daughter. Try to look back on her childhood days and help the people in that reception understand how much you treasure that little girl, who is now a grown up lady. This is the best moment to express your affection and love.

A father of the bride speech should also include some small piece of advice to the couple. Wish them the best. By all means give them some uplifting advice on how to take care of their marriage, but do remember not to overdo your recommendations as it may sound as though you wish to manipulate your daughter's marriage. Allow the couple to ultimately find their own way. Short pointers will do.

Lastly, assist your guests by simply introducing to them the different menu choices. You may also talk about the program to be followed during the rest of the celebrations. Then, end the speech with an uplifting toast. Show your genuine desire for the couple's happiness and endless love. After completing the toast, introduce the new husband of your daughter. Your son in law will then give his responding speech and will himself end by proposing another toast for the couple's brand new life together.