StormJib nails it. Only thing to add is to be prepared to ignore the person on the dock insisting on being thrown the bow line. I'm amazed when I think about all of the supposedly experienced dock hands I've met who still don't understand spring lines. Worst jam I've ever gotten into while docking was because I allowed myself to be intimidated by the lady in a white shirt and khakis uniform demanding the bow line when because of the crosswind, I knew damn well the spring line was called for.

Remember, YOU are the captain, YOU now know better. Stick to your guns and throw 'em the spring line.