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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1995-02-22, Page 25&e.e but maw da a tall owlet culled eft jot eoa6ldr+aee. asrMust By MARK CRIPPS Signal -Star Staff I'm standing on the tee. It's a beautiful, bright and sunny day in June. The air is filled with the fragrance of pine, and in the distance, I can hear the happy chirping of a new robin family. 1 look over at Derek, my best friend of well over 10 years. He's pacing back and forth on the tee; 'Should 1 use the driver or the three wood.' I line up the ball with my club, a two iron. As 1 bring the club back, 1 hear footsteps behind me. 1 swing. Craaack. A clean hit. Craaack. A second hit. 7brror runs down my spine. I look back. His face is all bloody and he's lying on the ground. I've killed the groom. At that point, I awake from a cold sweat. I look around the room, and I'm at home, not on a golf course. It's still February, and my best friend's wedding isn't until June. Being asked to be the best man at a friend's wedding is something that shouldn't be taken lightly or for granted. The bridegroom will rely on the best man for guidance, support, confidence and help during the months and weeks leading up to the wedding, as well as during the actual wedding day. When a bridegroom chooses his best man, he is displaying a level of confidence and trust in the individual, and counting on this person to say and the right things to make the ceremony memorable. When I was asked to be best man at my friend's wedding, I was grateful for the opportunity. lb me, it is the ultimate bond between two friends. The importance of living up to the commitment bestowed upon the best man by his friend doesn't have to be a stressful endeavor. Simply, the best man is responsible for a few major events in the prelude to wedding day, and during the actual ceremony and post - festivities. These responsibilities include: • Organize a stag, or stag and doe. These parties are held to raise money to help the couple minute, you could find yourself out of luck. If you are considering selling alcohol at the stag and doe, for moat halls, you will need to purchase a liquor license. Once you have a hall, you'll need to have tickets printed. You may also want to consider renting gaming tables (ie. crown and anchor). This is an excellent way to raise additional money. Guests at stag and does are usually served food. You can either hire a caterer, or guy the food yourself. Buns, cold meats, salads and some desserts are always popular. • In the weeks leading up to the wedding, be sure to check the details of the groom's plans; run necessary errands; do lai;t minute shopping; help with the new home and honeymoon plans. • Attend the rehearsals, and rehearsal party. • You can also offer to meet planes or visiting guests, or drive members of the party to be married pay for some of the expense. More and more people now a days are opting for stag and doe parties. If this is the option, you'll want to consider renting a hall. If you wait until the last Cakes by Kathryn Wednesday, February 22. 1995 -PAGE 9C SHARE YOUR LIFE TOGETHER IN A NEW HOME What better way to start you new Me togs!»r Viso in a brand new affordable home Prices start al appnox $58.00 per sq It CSA.*277 We. at Morgans. are proud of the construction and quality of our homes Please accept as personal invitation to visit our show homes n Carton Proud agents fon General and Parkland Honors Please call Doug or farad MORGAN'S Mobile Homes and Modular Housing 343 Victoria St 482-7066 Clinton * Custom Made Cakes * Your Design or Mine!, * Soft Cakes, Fruit Cakes or Styrofoam Fountain Rentals Worry Free Delivery at no extra charge! * Slab cakes for your reception * Order Your Cake Top FOR YOUR HEAVENLY CREATION CALL KATHRYN 524-2453 THE BEST CHOICE! Ttstaff at Dinneys invites you to come in and let hem Help you in choosing the right furniture, window fashions or flooring to compliment your decor, whether you're Cooking for one speciaCpiece or an entire room ensemble, we f ,now you'll- find what you need to complete the mood in your home. Total Guarantee... on lowest prices Service. •. K=== %.. savings & selection Excellence... in quality over 107 years Best... Furniture, floorings & window coverings in the area Muitnegq Fine Furniture & Window Fashions Main St. Exeter 235-0173