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Yes. A short, shy speech might be: 'Thank you all for coming. I am not a speaker, so I will keep this brief. My daughter, you look beautiful, and I am so proud of you. Welcome to our family, [name]. Please raise your glasses to the happy couple.'
Here are three examples you can adapt. Example one: 'Good evening everyone. I am not used to public speaking, so bear with me. I just want to say thank you to all our guests for travelling here today. My daughter, you have always been my greatest joy, and seeing you so happy makes me happier than words can say. And [partner's name], welcome to the family, we are thrilled to have you. Please join me in a toast to the two of you.' Example two: 'I will keep this very short. Thank you all for coming. My daughter, you are wonderful, and I love you. [Partner's name], take care of her, and we will take care of you. To the couple.' Example three: 'I am not one for speeches, so here is the whole thing. Thank you for being here. My daughter, you are my heart. [Partner's name], you are now my family too. Cheers to you both.' The trick is to keep it to three or four sentences, smile, and raise your glass. You do not need jokes or stories. A sincere, short speech is often the most moving.
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