Don't forget your guests want to have fun too!
Yes, your wedding is about you, but it’s also about your guests! Remember, many of your memories re: this special day will include them, so keep them happy. But how you ask.First of all, guests originally came to a wedding to be witnesses of the marriage, and pledge to do whatever they could to keep the marriage together. So much for that! Most people don’t even know why the heck they are there, except to see if the bride lost weight and what color she picked for her wedding party! Sheesh…
Okay, back to my topic. There are little things that you can do during your reception that really makes the guests feel a part of your day and keeps them happy. Not many couples do this, but it really is very touching and very important for your family and guests. The bride and groom, at some point during the reception (usually either after the first dance or at the end), should get on the microphone (preferably both should speak, for if not possible, then whoever is willing to) and thank their guests for sharing their special day with them. Also, thank the family and whoever else helped put the wedding together. What is also very touching is to openly welcome your spouse’s family into your heart and that you’re looking forward to many years of warm memories. Is it all true? Hopefully. But if it’s not, it sure would help build a bridge. But if you cannot do that, do the rest. It really makes people feel a part of your wedding day.
Another very important point to help people enjoy your wedding, is interaction amongst people who do not know each other. There are few events that bring everyone together like this, and unfortunately, they are usually marriages or funerals! I helped consult on one wedding where this was very important to the bride and groom. They went as far as to have people write something that they know about the bride or groom and bring it to the reception. Everyone placed the cards in the middle of the table and people read them throughout the day. It caused conversation to erupt and many memories and laughs to be shared. I just loved it.
Tradition dictates that the best man is the one that dedicates the first toast to the couple and wishes them well. What is also wonderful, is that he calls up people (who know they will be doing this) to share something about the couple. Many times it’s humorous. Many times it’s touching. The guests love it and the couple is even more blessed.
Your guests have come to your wedding to celebrate with you and to have fun. Besides enjoying the beautiful unique wedding favor that is sitting on the table (*wink*), walk around to each table, thank the guests there for coming and encourage them to get up and dance. Guests usually only need a little encouragement (especially from the bride and groom) and they will be on the dnce floor all night long. Also, if the funds allow, you could bring in someone that will lead dances, show people how to do them and also help encourage people to get up and enjoy themselves.
People look for an excuse to enjoy themselves. Help them along with the above suggestions. And don’t forget, you’re supposed to have fun too!
Much happiness coming your way,
Bella
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