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writes:My sister is getting married this weekend. I am the matron of honor and therefore would have to give a speech. I am on strict bed rest for my pregnancy and can only attend the ceremony as it isn't long. Should I have one of the other bridesmaids read my speech in my absence or would that be tacky?
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reader, So_Very_Confused +, writes (17 July 2013):
 I vote for asking your sister what she would like. It's her day.
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reader, YouWish +, writes (17 July 2013):
 I like the idea of recording the speech.
I have a really good friend whose matron of honor was pregnant and on bed rest. Like you, she cleared the ceremony with her doctor, and at the receiving line and the reception, the bride and her family got a really comfortable recliner for her for the reception. After the ceremony, she got into comfortable clothes and laid back in the recliner, and everyone served her dinner. She gave her speech in the chair and left after dinner.
Logistically, that might not be doable for you, but I do remember that recliner. Her son was born healthy and is now a 13-year old powerhouse.
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reader, CindyCares  +, writes (17 July 2013):
 If it is a health emergency, I don't think that delegating someone else would be tacky. It's the intention that counts. The words and the sentiment would be yours, only you are prevented from delivering them in person by an important ,unforeseen circumstance, so you are using someone to do it for you- what's wrong with that ?
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reader, AuntyEm  +, writes (17 July 2013):
 Use SKYPE??...OK that probably would be tacky!!
I agree you should probably record it. Hope all goes well with your prgnancy x
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reader, shrodingerscat +, writes (17 July 2013):
 Record your speech and have it played at the wedding! Problem solved!
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reader, Honeypie +, writes (17 July 2013):
 Ask your sister what she would want you to do. You HAVE To take your health seriously and I bet she will too.
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reader, anonymous, writes (17 July 2013): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questionNever crossed my mind. That is actually a really good idea. I'm gonna give it a try. Thanks!
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reader, llifton +, writes (17 July 2013):
 can you somehow record your speech and have someone play it? just a suggestion.
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