Many wedding anniversaries mark important milestones. The first is
always special, and very often the couple still have something of the
honeymoon about them as they reach one year of marriage. We tend to
measure significant periods of time in multiples of five, so the fifth
anniversary may also be deemed of more importance than at least three of
the four preceding it. A decade of marriage is the first of the 'big'
celebrations, and from here onwards the key anniversaries tend to be
marked with wider family and friends, whereas before this a couple may
receive cards but the marking of the day is really their own. To be
married 25, 40, 50, 60 and even 70 years or more is a big deal.
Just
as 25 years' marriage became associated with silver through a medieval
German tradition of presenting the wife with a silver wreath, the 50th
was marked with the presentation of a gold wreath. Gold, while being a
soft, malleable metal, is also long-lasting. It doesn't go rusty or
oxidize in the air, and is one of the least reactive of the metallic
elements. This sense of permanence and an unchanging nature is why it is
traditionally used in wedding rings, to symbolize an eternal union.
Silver
anniversaries at 25 years may be marked with a renewal of vows, a large
party for family and friends, a second honeymoon or holiday of a
lifetime, or indeed all of the above. The same goes for the golden
wedding. However, by this time in a couples' life they may also have
everything they already want or need. Gifts, therefore, become more of a
challenge.
1. The Gift
The eternity ring is a traditional
piece of jewellery for couples to exchange for their Golden Wedding
Anniversary. It goes with the symbolism of the occasion, honours the
longevity of the marriage, and promises similar for the future.
Gifts
to a couple quite frequently look back on this anniversary. Nostalgic
gifts from the year they married such as a copy of a newspaper from the
day itself, albums that were popular at the time, or a collage of
photographs of the couple over the years are all lovely keepsakes and
reminders. A vintage bottle of wine could be a particularly special
treat. There is also a type of rose called Golden Wedding which would
make a beautiful permanent reminder and tribute in a couples' garden. It
is a yellow rose, which is also the flower associated with the 50th
wedding anniversary.
For US residents, it is possible to arrange a
greeting from the President to mark a golden wedding. In both Canada
and Australia, a message can be arranged from their respective Governors
General and, in Australia, from the Prime Minister. Roman Catholics can
receive a papal blessing for their 50th wedding anniversary, arranged
through their local diocese.
2. The Celebration
In many cases,
by the time a couple marks their Golden Wedding anniversary there are
several generations to mark the event. If they have had children then
there may be grandchildren or even great-grandchildren as well. What
better excuse for the whole family to gather together? With busy lives
and very often geographically dispersed, it can be difficult for all
members of a large family to get together at the same time. The date
would need to be booked well in advance to ensure it was in diaries,
travel arrangements made, and accommodation booked if needed.
A
whole family gathering is also an opportunity for a whole family
portrait. Book a professional photographer to capture images of the
celebration. This will be a wonderful memento for everyone, not just the
happy couple.
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