Ladies and gentlemen, family and friends, I’d like to welcome you all and thank you for joining us on this special day to celebrate the marriage of my daughter [bride] to [groom].
[Bride], my little girl. It’s hard to believe that the day has finally come when I give you away. From the moment you were born, you’ve brought nothing but joy and pride to your mother and me. Watching you grow into the beautiful, kind, and intelligent woman you are today has been the greatest privilege of my life.
I remember the day you introduced us to [groom]. I could see the sparkle in your eyes, and I knew he was someone special. [Groom], I want to thank you for loving my daughter and making her so happy. You’re a fine young man, and I couldn’t have wished for a better son-in-law.
[Bride] and [groom], as you start this new chapter of your lives together, remember:
- Love is patient and kind
- Always be there for each other, in good times and in bad
- Never go to bed angry
- And most importantly, never stop laughing together
[Optional: short anecdote about the couple or piece of fatherly advice]
I’d like to take this moment to thank [groom]’s parents for raising such a wonderful son and for welcoming [bride] into your family with open arms.
And now, I’d like to propose a toast. To [bride] and [groom]: May your love grow stronger with each passing day. May your home be filled with laughter, your hearts with love, and your lives with happiness.
Ladies and gentlemen, please raise your glasses to the happy couple!
[Optional: end with a heartfelt wish for the couple’s future]
