On behalf of my family, I would like to thank all of you

English as a Second Language English Vocabulary, Grammar and Idioms
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On behalf of my family, I wish to thank all of you for attending my son’s wedding.

In the above message, by using “On behalf of my family, I wish to thank all of you”, does it mean that I am not among those who thank the guests.

Thanks.

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Since you are the person delivering the speech it is implied that you are thanking the audience for attending your son’s wedding too.

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I have heard many people say ‘On my own behalf’ (Here it can be: On behalf of my family and on my own behalf).

Native users of English may please confirm if it is a standard usage.

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