Father of the Bride Toasts

Q: I am the Father of the Bride. Please tell me where I can find some literature of the standard toasts that I will be required to propose during the reception. Are there standard toasts or do I just make up my own based on my knowledge of my daughter and her husband?

A: I greatly respect your concern in ensuring that your speech is absolutely perfect for your daughter's wedding. As far as toasts go, there's quite a bit of flexibility where this is concerned. You're welcome to create the toast of your choice and there are really no standard rules or tips to follow. However, as a nice gesture, it would be great to toast to their new lives together, wish them everlasting love and success, and provide them with a few tips. If you could give some advice to them as they head into their new marriage, it would be a wonderful special touch. Generally speaking, there will be an MC to cue you as to when you're to give your speech/toast. You might want to coordinate the timing before-hand so the day of the wedding is less stressful.