THE FIRST DANCE

The First Dance - don't wait forever to do it and don't do it forever.

One of the very special moments of the reception is the bride and groom's first dance. Having your first dance after the grand entrance, or right after dinner, is a great way to start the party. The more traditional time to have your first dance is shortly after dinner. Don't delay your first dance to visit with your guests. Many couples like to visit at each table but that causes a lot of people to wait for a lengthy time. Doing so will deflate the energy of your reception. You've selected your favorite ballad, but that five-minute song may seem like an eternity both to you and your guests. Have your DJ fade out the song at a designated time if it lasts more than a few minutes. All of this applies as well to the newlyweds' dances with their parents, your bridal party dance, etc.