Toasts are usually given at the wedding reception. There are many kinds of toasts. There are toasts from the groom to the bride, from the bride to the groom. From the best man to the groom, from the groom to the best man, from the maid of honor to the bride, from the father to the bride, and so on. Toasts are fun. They’re the best part of the wedding for some people.

Do you have to give a wedding toast? Are you nervous? You should be. This is the couple’s big day, and you could ruin it! OK, it probably won’t be that bad. But It makes sense for you to be nervous. Ultimately you should find a good guide to teach you how to create a wedding toast, but for now, here’s some comic relief to take the edge off your nerves.

If you want to give a 4 minute toast, you’ll want to find some resources to help you. But here are some thoughts to get you thinking in the matrimonial direction.

1. He who hesitates is lost. But in marriage, he who hesitates saves himself.