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Category Archives: Engagement
Engagment Customs
Engagements have always been about a time of preparation for the bride and the groom. There is much to be decided – where to live, meet the families and what to select to furnish a new home. While the needs are similar, there are many different cultural customs to help couples make those decisions.
The engagement ring or betrothal ring dates back to the days of marriage by purchase. It served as both a down payment on the bride and a symbol of the honorable intentions of the groom to be. In some cultures, the ring came in three parts. The bride to be wore one, the groom to be wore one and a witness wore the third piece until the wedding day. At the ceremony all three pieces were reassembled on the bride’s finger as her wedding ring.
The bridal shower traces its history back to Holland where legend has it a young maiden fell in love with a poor miller. Her father forbade the marriage, thereby denying her the traditional bride’s dowry. So the miller’s friends “showered” her with gifts to help the young couple set up housekeeping.
In many cultures, a matchmaker determined if the astrological signs were compatible. In Uganda, the bride’ selder brother and paternal uncle usually spoke to prospective grooms and negotiated for the family. While those customs seem strange in America, it might be fun to fine a way to honor someone who introduced the couple, or someone who was a very supportive friend with a special place at the wedding, or with a corsage, small gift or thank you toast at the reception.
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Savor Your Moments – As an Engaged Couple
The average engagement time is about a year and a half. This may appear to be a long wait to tie the knot. However, there are so many thigs to do before the wedding, time end up flying by faster than one can handle.
The engagement period is a time to get to know each other on another level. This is a time to enjoy and really explore the outside world as a couple, but before reality of the real world strikes. Take mini vacations such as staying at a Bed & Breakfast, or explore the outdoors with each other. Get to know one anothers hobbies and interests as well as their flaws and habits. Acknowledging your significant others’ flaws (that you may see) and habits are important so you are aware and know how to accept them before the big move. Everyone has their own flaws, but it is the uncertainty and unawareness that can be the shocker after the ceremony.
It has always been a tradition to stay living separate until married. In more recent times, this tradition has evolved, because couples have began to acknowledge the need to know if they can live together. Although, the mystery is still desired by many, this is not uncommon.
Enjoy life and get excited about your upcoming wedding!
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