I am often asked if I know of a good poem to be read at a wedding, and here’s one by James Bertolino, from his new and selected poems, “Ravenous Bliss.” Bertolino lives in Washington state and I have ...

The longest speech, which should be kept under 10 minutes, should be reserved for the host of the rehearsal dinner. If you're in the wedding party, keep your toast between five and seven minutes.

Most people who have a few weddings under their belt have experienced a particularly memorable toast by a maid of honor or best man — in a good or a bad way. James Kleimann’s most memorable speech ...