Suggestions??

Sapphire1002

Hi -

I'm just wondering if anyone has any suggestions (role wise in the wedding) for a good friend of mine.  She's not standing up with us, but definitely want to include her in something.  I know there are options of greeter/guestbook, but wondering if anyone knew of anything else? I have another friend that is already doing a reading. TIA!!

lkpeaocck

If she has musical talents she could sing. If not you could always add a second reading. Other than that and manning the guest book, there's not a whole lot else I can think of.

blondie82784

I wouldnt have her do the greeting she'll feel like its pitty work, I know I would laugh at you if you asked me to greet your guest... Can you do two readings? or at dinner do a Dinner prayer and have her say it?

Sapphire1002

Thanks, ladies.  I like the idea of two readings and might see if we can do that... the ceremony is outside, but the DJ said he will have small microphones if need be.
I don't think she sings much, but that would have been a perfect role. 

Blondie - right, I wasn't thrilled with asking her to "greet" guests and felt it wasn't a great role for her or anyone. 

ehathewa

Does a guestbook really need a person manning it?  That seems like a crappy job and not an honor. 

Sapphire1002

Well yes, that is why I wanted other suggestions.. I posted "greeter/guest book" based off other things I'd read/heard. 

NillaWafer10

ehathawa - yes your guest book does need an attendant if you want people to sign it.  The person in charge of the guest book encourages people to sign it when they might have over looked it otherwise.

sky7563

Depending on if she can she may be able to sing or play an instrument at the ceremony.  She could do a second reading.  At the reception she could do the prayer before dinner or a toast.

vegasgroom

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[QUOTE]ehathawa - yes your guest book does need an attendant if you want people to sign it.  The person in charge of the guest book encourages people to sign it when they might have over looked it otherwise.
Posted by NillaWafer10[/QUOTE]

I was at a wedding three weeks ago and went to find the guestbook near the end when I thought about the fact that I hadn't seen it and it was gone; so I agree, having someone there to encourage people to sign it may be more important than you think.

Sapphire1002

Thank you everyone from your input - great suggestions and I appreciate it.