Speech by Josie Jaden

Speech Type: Best man
Speech Creator: Josie Jaden
Speech Date: Apr2007
Intro
Ladies and Gentleman, family and friends, I am delighted to celebrate with u the marriage of Joe and Jane. Thank you all for joining us on this very special day. Many of u have traveled great distances to share this joyous event with the bride and groom. I know they greatly appreciate your sacrifice and welcome your warm presence.

General
First, let me say, on behalf of the handsome groomsmen, that the bridesmaids are looking absolutely gorgeous, 2nd only and rightfully so, to the most beautiful woman here today, the radiant and glowing bride Jane. Joe is also very pretty in his tux.

Body
For those of u who don't know me, I'm Josie, Joe's twin sister. &ltFor
laughs&gt U cant tell becuz Im alot smaller than he is, but trust me, I am.

When Joe first asked me to be his best man, I said to him ‘Are u crazy?’ A woman's not suppose to be a best man. But, after some reluctance, I realized how extremely honored and proud it would be to be his best man and because I love him with all my heart – just as long as I didn't have to wear a tux.

As twins, Joe and I are very close and best of friends. When he shared his thoughts on asking Jane to marry him, I said ‘Well it's about time!’ There was no doubt that Janes love for Joe was strong and enduring especially, after dating for 5years. She's patient, and has a kind-hearted, affectionate soul. They compliment and balance one anothers personalities by acts of unselfish friendship, showing great affection, utmost respect and adoration for each other. To me, seeing Jane and Joe together symbolizes the true meaning of LOVE. Verbally and non-verbally, they've found a higher love that's pure.

Advice
Although I'm not the ideal candidate for dishing out stories or advice, I do have the following words of wisdom to share with the happy couple.

1. First, set your ground rules and establish who's the boss, and thats Jane

2. Married life can be compared to football. Joe loves football. So be fully committed every week and make sure you score every weekend and don't forget Monday nights.

3. Remember the 5 rings:
The engagement ring
The wedding ring
Learn to stop procrastinator-ing
Be inspiring
Love one another with deep caring

4. Don't forget Joe if u buy her flowers, she knows your guilty, and the reason why u are 5. Don't forget Jane one of the keys to Joe's happiness is a ‘Playstation 3′. Please get him one cuz he's been asking for it for the longest time

Conclusion – Welcome to family
Jane, you have never shy'd away from our holiday karaoke parties and have accepted his adoring kids as your own. On behalf of the XYZ family, we welcome u with open arms and it is an honor to call u ‘My Sister’.

To our extended family, the ABC's, I hope we have more special moments like these to celebrate and to watch the happy couple's relationships grow and blossom for many more years to come.

Pre-Toast
Today we celebrate your love together and everything you have found in each other – A best friend and a true partner for life. May you both continue to grow in love, not forgetting the importance of understanding, forgiveness and tolerance.

Joe wanted me to share his favorite quote with u today.
”Life is not measured by the breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away”

Moments like these should always be cherished and treasured always and forever. What more could you have asked for to share this special day with all of u their family and friends.

Toast
It is now my very greatest privilege and honor to propose a toast To llife, love, and laughter, and happily ever after,

Cheers!