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As a guy and one who has done many weddings and have gone to my fair share of the blessed events, as well, I find the ceremony continues to give most guys the hives.

I wonder why that is?

Well for one, there never seems to be a consistent message. I guess that's why guys love sports so much. They know the rules and what to expect. So why do I find the need to talk about this subject now? Well, I think there needs to be some clarity, from a guys perspective, as to what to expect out of a Wedding ceremony.

First of all, most guys, unless they are in the Wedding party in some way, do not want to go to the ceremony. They just do not! As an Event Planner, I have seen the guys who do not care to be dragged kicking and screaming into an Event, Wedding or otherwise.

So, what can we do to remedy the situation? Probably nothing, but I will maybe spell out the rules so at least the guys can know the gameplan before they go.

First and foremost, Guys you can not be late to the ceremony thinking that it's like a party of some kind … you know, "Fashionably" late. It does not work that way. So be on time. No Bride wanted to walk in with you. If you do manage to pull up late, wait until there is a lull in the action and let one of the ushers seat you during a down moment. Yes, those ushers DO actually have a function.

During the service, do not make it obvious that you are taking pictures no matter what your significant other wants you to do. That is why the Bride hires a photographer. Yes, you can snap a few and with the digital camera these days it is a lot less of a nuisance, although I may get some flack about that.

When you sit there, be aware of a couple of things. Are you blocking Aunt Mildred in back of you? If so, move. Also, no matter how much you do not want to be there, be respectful of the ceremony. I will touch on the different types shortlyly later. It is the Brides day and the fact that you are invited is a gift, my friend, not a nuisance. So remember to take the time to reflect that back and help her to cherish the day, and him, to a lesser extent.

There are a few things you need to know about different types of Weddings. Most Christian Weddings that have no Main-Line affiliation seem to go fairly quickly, so it is just a matter of listening to all of the "extras" the Bride has decided to include.

If it is a Catholic Wedding, be prepared to sit for a while if it is a full-blown event. Speaking of long ceremonies, Hindu Weddings can go on for hours, if you ever happen to find yourself at one. Jewish Weddings are a trip and, guys, you should be prepared to wear a scull cap, a yarmulkes, no matter what you believe, or do not believe, at the ceremony.

The point is, every one has their traditions and the best thing you can do is to just go with the flow and enjoy it. Weddings, when it all comes down to it, are days of joy.

Do not act like it's YOUR funeral.

Just relish the experience. You may just learn something. Just remember, Every Event in Your Life Should Be a Party, even if someone else is hosting it.

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Source by Dave A. Southern