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Long gone are the days when the groom simply showed up in a tux holding the ring and honeymoon tickets. Today's groom is a full co-star in The Great Event and that means getting involved in the decision-making process. Well, at least the cool stuff - like cake-testing and auditioning bands!

 

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Traditional Duties


  • Buying the Ring and popping the question
  • Assist with making plans and finding the pros
  • Select your Best Man and Groomsmen
  • Pick out formalwear for your side of the aisle
  • Select a personal wedding gift for your bride
  • Ask your family for their guest list suggestions
  • Choose gifts for the best man, groomsman and the ushers
  • Honeymoon Planning
  • Apply for the marriage license several weeks prior to the wedding
  • Be certain all necessary paperwork and health tests are completed
  • See that all insurance policies will reflect your new status
  • Host bachelor dinner or party (unless best man is planning to do so)
  • Make all attendants aware of the place and time of all wedding related events
  • Host the rehearsal dinner
  • Keep track of all wedding planning information in your Interactive Planner
  • Greet and thank your wedding guests for coming - either individually or as they come through the reception line
  • See that best man has envelopes containing wedding-day fees for vendors and/or officiant
  • Lead first dance with the bride
  • Dance with your mother
  • Offer a toast at the reception
  • Slice wedding cake with your bride and offer her a bite
  • Toss the bride's garter to the single male guests
  • Arrange for getaway transportation
  • Make sure your wedding certificate is signed and safely stored before leaving for the honeymoon
  • Take Ceremony Survival tips to heart and enjoy yourself
  • Addressing, signing and mailing the thank-you notes

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Speaking Tips


Face it: You'll be in the public eye throughout the celebrations. And never more so than when you're expected to offer a speech or to make a toast. Count on at least three such occasions: once at the bachelor's party, again at the rehearsal dinner, and once more at the reception. These tips will see you through all your speaking engagements!
  • Write down what you're going to say. It'll help organize your thoughts and make a great keepsake in the years to come.
  • Don't read! Memorize your speech or write bullet points onto note cards.
  • Practice what you want to say "out loud" a few times. It'll help you memorize your toast and give you an idea of its length.
  • Stick to a few main points.
  • Be brief! Two to five minutes is more than enough time to make your points.
  • Begin by saying what a lucky man you are!
  • Thank all the people involved in hosting or planning the event.
  • Speak slowly and be sure you are loud enough to be heard throughout the room. Use a microphone if necessary.
  • This is a celebration, so keep your comments light and positive.
  • Don't drink too much! You'll want to remember these events!
  • Thank all the guests for sharing in this exciting time.
  • Avoid mentioning people that the guests might not know or explain who they are.
  • Include humorous or touching memories.
  • End with a tribute to your new bride. Always a safe bet!

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