Wedding Traditions
Wedding Myths Both Nasty and Nice
Though myths are often irrational and contradictory in nature, they are often believed in because of the superstitious belief that disbelieving in them brings bad luck in itself; however, their ability to bring color and character to any custom warrants their observance in any gathering. Weddings are chock full of myths, and while some have essentially positive connotations, others have underlying nasty, and even morbid meanings. Take note that these wedding myths have no scientific basis; it may be a good idea to follow them nonetheless, if you want the wedding to push through! [read this article]
How to Make a Wedding Toast
The wedding toast is a special speech which is shared by a close relative or friend of the newly wed couple during the reception. This speech may be a short quip or anecdote, a snippet of wisdom, or a quotation of some famous aphorism. The wedding toast expresses the speaker’s desire for the couple to have a pleasant and enduring experience in their new life together. While the speaker relatively has the freedom to say as he or she wishes, there are a couple of basic do’s and don’ts which must be observed in order to make a pleasant and enduring toast. [read this article]
Shedding Light on Some Wedding Traditions
Have you ever wondered why a bride must wear a veil on her way to the groom? How about why a groom must not see the bride the night before they’re wed? People follow the traditions and customs associated with weddings for they imbue a wedding with significance. But wouldn’t it be interesting to know how some wedding traditions came about? [read this article]
Something Old, New, Borrowed, and Blue
Surely, you have heard of the tradition of the bride having something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue. This could mean something worn or perhaps, something to use or carry with you. Make sure there is something from each category. Where did this tradition come from, and what significance is there in each? [read this article]
