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Planning a wedding toast shouldn't be a daunting task. Sure, the bride and groom have likely spent tens of thousands of dollars on the event, and the videographer is capturing your remarks for all eternity. But you can easily make your speech (and the experience) a memorable one with some simple preparation and practice.

Be brief! Wedding receptions can be long enough without a long-winded toast. Unless you're the next Jerry Seinfeld, keep in mind that your toast should be 2-4 minutes Tops.

Introduce yourself first, and your connection to the couple. For example, "My name is Frank and I'm the best man and longtime friend."

Make it fun, not frightening for the couple. While highlighting the groom's tradition of

Make your speech a heartfelt and honest one. Witty anecdotes add fun flavor, but be sure to include honest compliments and praise for both the bride and groom.

Offer up a thought or two on love and marriage and this wonderful event. If you're currently married, pull something from your own partnership. If you're not the marrying kind, think about a married couple you admire.

Be sure to thank whoever is considered the party's "host." A simple, but sincere statement of appreciation will do, and goes a long way.

Practice before the big day. Even if you're not a fan of public speaking, this is an honor. Treat it like one. If you need your notes, use them.

Stand to give a toast; sit to receive one. Be sure to make plenty of eye contact with the guests and the honorees.

Keep your sobriety in mind - we've all seen the aftereffects of a few too many. (You'll thank yourself later.)

Close with class, raise your glass, offer a hearty "cheers" and enjoy!

For help with public speaking, visit: Toastmasters.org

For examples of wedding toasts, head to: Wedding Toast Quotes

For serious help, you may want to peruse Amazon, but avoid generic, fill-in-the-blank speeches!

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