“I’ve got a bit of a reputation as a bit of a poet in my family” – Bride Speech by Sandra

Speech Type: Bride
Time to Read Aloud: 6 minutes
Our Favourite Line: “Dad, you always said with four girls that when we got married you’d give us $1,000, hold the ladder out the window and, if necessary, carry the bags to the bottom.”

Allow me to introduce myself as a Mrs! I’ve got a bit of a reputation as a bit of a poet in my family. I have written poems for engagements and weddings. When it comes to my own, however, I found a little Pam Ayres poem that was just my thing. So, if you’ll forgive the lack of accent:

Yes I’ll Marry You My Dear by Pam Ayres [Reads poem]

On a more serious note though, life is full of surprises and my husband was certainly the best surprise that’s ever happened to me. For those of you who aren’t aware, I have known, liked, and respected him for 27 years. We have seen a lot of changes in each other’s lives, but I’m sure neither of us imagined where our friendship would lead us, the depths our love would grow to, or that we’d be here tonight.

In fact, our relationship started with a discussion of all the reasons NOT to have a relationship. It was a very long discussion but by the end of it, we knew that we had a level of communication, honesty, and mutual respect that would see us through anything. My husband is the most generous, caring and wonderful man I know and the bravest as he was prepared to take me on and all that goes with me. I am very proud to be his friend and wife.

Natasha, Ashley Ryan, and Daniel, our kids from other relationships, and our bridal party, you were all such an important part of the decision to start our life together. I’m really glad that you’re such an important part of this very special day! I am honoured by my relationship with you. I am so very pleased you are all a part of today. We love you and are proud of you all and wish that one day you all find what we have found in each other.

I want to thank my in-laws for welcoming me into the family. My arrival as my husband’s partner brought a lot of changes and I want to thank you for your constant support. I am proud to be the newest surname in the district.

To Mum, now I am a mother of four, I have more respect for what us four girls put you through as children, and a little bit of dread for what is yet to come as my children grow up. Hopefully, you are proud of the decisions I have made and how I turned out.

Dad, you always said with four girls that when we got married you’d give us $1,000, hold the ladder out the window and, if necessary, carry the bags to the bottom. Perhaps this function today wasn’t quite what you imagined, but just so you’re not disappointed, I’ve told the caterer you’re fixing up the booze bill before you leave, and the bags are behind the bar if you wouldn’t mind getting them to the car in the next hour or so.

Today has been a special and personal experience from beginning to end. From the flowers and the making of my jewellery to the celebrant and photographer. Family and friends have had a special role to play in making today uniquely ours. To everyone who has helped in one way or another, you know who you are, your assistance and support and love is appreciated. Thank you.

Special thanks to Barbara and Annette for playing surrogate bridesmaids without the dresses.

To all of you, our friends and family who have come from near and far to share this day with us, and celebrate our new family, thank you for touching our lives. Our day would not be complete without you. I would like to toast all of you. We love you all. To friends and family!