Best Man Speech Sample IV
I would like to thank (Grooms name) for his kind words on behalf of the bridesmaids who look absolutely wonderful and have done a fantastic job today. I would like to start by complimenting the bride on how amazing she looks this evening. As for (Groom's name), well what can I say, we tried our best.
It was of course a great honor to be chosen as best man. But from the moment (Groom's name) asked me it was clear that the best man speech would be the most challenging part of the day. If only because of having to select, only some, from the wealth of embarrassing stories of which I could choose. So I had to prepare.
I made all the approaches go through books, like surf through Internet but drew a blank. And, as I’m sure I’m not the only bloke in the room who has found far more interesting things to look at on the Internet.
The most reliable source of information would clearly come from the friends and family with whom he would share this special day.
So (Groom's name), here are few lines for you
A great friend (that was mine)Thoughtful, caring, trusting and charismatic (all very kind words)Round and hairy (that I think came from one of the tables at the back – thank you very much).
In fact one sage person observed that marriage was clearly a serious undertaking and that it should be taken into lightly. But then commented that at 15 stone, they were pleased to see that (Groom's name) had applied these words of caution to the letter.
In fact I barely found a person who had a bad word to say. Although, I did find some.
When speaking to everyone I learned a bit about (Groom's name)’s childhood. I met (Groom's name) at university and knew little about how he grew up.
His sisters confirmed, what I had expected myself, that it was indeed from an early age that (Groom's name) had realized his appearance would be a fundamental part of his character. However, it appears that he struggled to find a style of his own.
The other personality trait which everyone agreed defines (Groom's name) is his general obsessiveness. Whether it relates to his passion for his hair, his neatness, his formula 1 addiction or his obsessive talking which coupled with his unhealthy love of technology can form a lethal combination.
I thought it had been just me who had been subjected to marathon conversations on his new mobile,F1 championship other games or so But I was wrong as he has inflicted this to some degree upon all of us. But we love him all the same.
Having shared some of your thoughts with me. I will be glad to share with you some of my own experiences with (Groom's name). If you had supposed that there was a darker side to (Groom's name), you’d be right.
This is the time, where as tradition dictates, I would be failing in my duties as best man if I did not include some stories about kiddish behavior and drinking ridiculous amounts of alcohol.
The first, (Groom's name), having been apprehensive about being dressed up for his 21st birthday was relieved to find that the costume chosen was that of a racing driver. Only to be horribly disappointed that the nipples and bottom had been cut out as we dressed him up ready for a night on the town.
Another good example would be (Groom's name)s first and hopefully last attempt at forming international relations with France. For which he supported by myself and many friends found himself on a booze cruise in Cherbourg. After having been drinking for 24hours he was dressed up as Frenchman complete with a Berret, Stripey T-shirt and a String of onions. I think by the end of the holiday we had even gone as far as developing the stereotypical smell of the Frenchmen. A true ambassador of the country (Groom's name)
But I would like to move on from disgusting to delightful.
As a single man I have often asked myself where you go to find single, eligible girls. (Groom's name) took the rather unorthodox route of traveling to Germany. (One I hadn’t considered). However, as we know, it worked out exceptionally well. And as for me at work, I’ve heard that I will have an answer to my transfer request to Berlin shortly. However, having reached Germany (Groom's name) wasn’t to be knocked back. And being the dedicated and work-orientated man that he is covered far more ground in the handover that I’m sure is outlined in the Urenco corporate handbook.
And I for one am glad that he did as it was the start of a beautiful relationship which we are all here to celebrate today.
Ladies and Gentlemen, it has been a fantastic honor doing this job today. You’ve been very kind in listening to me. And, now I have just a few thank yous to add. Firstly, I’d like to join (Groom's name) in thanking (Brides' father and mother name) for being fabulous hosts.
I’d like to thank you all for joining (Groom's name) this very special day in their lives.
I have one special thank you which I have had to add today. We had a minor disaster last night at (Groom's name)’s house. His trusted Best man, when ironing our shirts for the big day, managed to burn a massive iron mark on the sleeve of, guess who, but the Grooms shirt.
Read out cards. And finally, it gives me the greatest pleasure to invite you all to be upstanding and join me in toasting the bride and groom on what I’m sure will be a very long and happy marriage.
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