The Traditions:
Over time many wedding traditions and customs have evolved and
endured. Everything from the veil, rice, flowers and old shoes
to the walk-down-the-isle, at one time bore a very specific and
vitally significant meaning. Today, as the modern bride and
groom prepare for the big day the most enduring traditions to
consider are those that are based in wishing the wedding couple
the blessings of health, happiness and prosperity in their new
life together. As the couple convey their feelings for one
another in the presence of close family and friends, whatever
the tradition, all share the essential symbols of unity and love.
The Wedding Day:
The colors have been chosen, the shoes and gown have been
fitted, the music is ready and the photographer is booked. Is it
any wonder that the bride and groom are longing for the
honeymoon when they finally arrive at the big day.
Traditionally, on the day everyone will want to look and feel
their very best. Remember those wonderful wedding photo's are
forever. According to tradition, it is considered bad luck for
the bride to be seen by the groom before the ceremony. In the
ancient marriage tradition the couple rarely saw each other at
all. As a matter of fact, the courtship or engagement period is
really a modern day custom.
The Honeymoon:
In ancient times, many of the first marriages were by capture,
not be choice. When early man felt it was time to take a bride,
he would often carry off an unwilling female to a secret place
where her relatives wouldn't find them. While the moon went
through all its phases (30 days) they hid from searchers and
drank a brew made from honey. Hence, we get the word, honeymoon.
So whether the honeymoon is in a beautiful exotic beach
destination or a more cosy location close to home, it is the
time to enjoy private time together. The memories from these
happy days, when you have each others complete attention, are
not to be underestimated.
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