This question should probably be asked of Miss Manners, however, she doesn't answer on the internet (I don't think).

A friend has asked that I "give her away".  She is getting married soon, and has no family to so, and, much to my surprise, asked if I would be the one to walk her down the aisle.  Of course I could not refuse, and feel extremely honored.

My questions is, what would be the proper response when the minister says "who gives this woman....?".  

I thought "Her friends and I?", but putting the "I" in there seems presumptuous, or am I overthinking this thing?  

The wedding will be very casual, with only a couple dozen or so attending.  Your suggestions are appreciated.

Laura, I understood what you meant, and I appreciate Dionisios'input. Megapig, it's too late, I've been married 20 years, but, as Dionisios said, I'm not the one getting married.

Thanks Carrie, good suggestion, she was the first one I asked, and she said she'd think about it.



-- Modified on 9/16/2003 9:25:16 AM

It has been decided we will use "We who love her" - thank you, "Luv_Women" for your input.

Ahasuerus, she is a "traditional" woman, and neither her independence nor femininity are threatened by asking someone she loves to "give her away", but thanks for your input.

-- Modified on 9/18/2003 6:18:11 AM