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Reception dances

At our reception my fiance will be dancing with my 8 year old daughter, I need help finding a song that will fit. He has been in her life for years but not since she was a baby or anything so butterfly kisses and songs like that won't work. He loves her very much and calls her his daughter but she also has a Dad that is active in her life. I have searched almost all of the wedding sites (I think) but I can't seem to come up with any really good ones. I am also going to be dancing with my son who is 11 years old I have a couple of ideas for that one but any other opinions would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance for any ideas! 

Re: Reception dances

  • Check out Brad Paisley "He Didn't Have to Be".  It's technically a stepdad/stepson song but it might work for you.  
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  • "My Wish" by Rascal Flatts.  

    My mother in law and DH danced to this song and there wasn't a dry eye in the house.  A very very sweet song for any parent to share with their child.

     

  • "Rainbow Connection" by Paul Williams.
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  • What about "You've Got a Friend in Me" from Toy Story? Kid-themed and super sweet for a step-dad relationship. 

    Taylor Swift, "The Best Day" is really sweet too, a little fast-paced and light-hearted.

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  • Thank you everyone for the ideas, they are all great suggestions. I am still a little up in the air. We might just pick a "family song" and all dance together :) 
  • Please please pick a family song! Spotlight dances are boring for your guests.
  • Thank you everyone for the ideas, they are all great suggestions. I am still a little up in the air. We might just pick a "family song" and all dance together :) 
    I was actually going to make this suggestion as well!
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