10 Guys Dish What Their Fathers-In-Law Said to Them at Their Weddings

While the final touches are being put on the wedding centerpieces and the bride is getting her makeup done, there’s something much less glamorous taking place on the sidelines: The father-of-the-bride and her groom-to-be are sharing a word—or, an awkward silence—with one another.

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The conversation can go two ways: It can be a heartfelt enxchange of gratitude, followed by a sincere welcoming into the family. Or, it can be an opportunity for dad to issue one last warning. (This is his little girl, after all.)

Read on to hear 10 grooms dish what the fathers-of-their-brides said to them right before the wedding.