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Do not invite a load of ex-partners to your civil partnership. You may want to feel the star as they sob their heart out wishing it was them by your side but your new bride/groom may get the idea that you have your fingers crossed as you say 'I do'.
Hold your stag/hen night at least a week, preferably two before your gay wedding. It really is unattractive to be hung over and holding on to the registrar to keep from falling down. The longer you hold it from the wedding the better chance you have of getting out of jail if things get a bit rowdy.
When it comes to the speech, keep it simple and don't go into too much graphic details, remember the straight mother-in-law is listening. Leave the comedy to the best men or women, just remember to thank all the people and your beautiful bride/groom.
The drink will be flowing so be very careful what you say to and about people. The straight family members on both sides will also have had a few and there could be friction from the less liberal amongst them. Duelling is acceptable, brawling is not.
Don't ignore your new partner and hang out with your work or gym buddies. This is a day for both of you and depending on the size of the reception, there will be a lot of family and friends that you haven't met before so you will have to work the room together. Remember to try and look interested in meeting Auntie Aggie who has come all the way from Inverness or where ever.
Do not get so drunk that you try for a quickie with the good looking cousin that you haven't met before or a last one for old times sake with an ex-lover. If you are caught, it's going to be a miserable honeymoon and your partner will probably try to get their own back with one of the hotel employees or maybe two.
Don't use poppers for the official toast. Stick to Champagne, boring but traditional. (Other sparkling wines are available)
Let your DJ get on with his job, he already should have a list of your favourite tunes so don't keep asking for YMCA or Gloria Gaynor so you can do your party piece. You are the stars not the cabaret.
Make sure you are not the last one to leave the reception or there won't be anyone to throw the bouquet to. Make a grand withdrawal with the applause of your guests ringing in your ears.
Ignore number 9 if you are having the reception party in your own house.
