About the traditions of celebrating
The tradition of celebrating anniversaries dates back to about 200years ago, it was so popular with the people that it acquired all sorts of rituals, customs and ceremonies. In particular, this concerns the names of anniversaries. Traditionally, they go from the most fragile material, like paper, to the hardest and most precious (gold, diamond, oak). Such names symbolize the strengthening of the marriage union of the young, which becomes stronger and more indestructible with each passing year. Three years spent together are usually called a leather wedding. There are two interpretations of the name of this anniversary:
Of course, not everything was rosy.Over the past 3 years, a baggage of mutual claims, grievances, squabbles and everyday trifles has accumulated. Psychologists define the third year of marriage as one of the crisis years for a reason. Therefore, before celebrating the anniversary, it is advisable to try to leave all the troubles in the past, because they have already been experienced. Many psychotherapists recommend that spouses ask each other for forgiveness for voluntary and involuntary difficulties or grievances. It is also worth making peace with loved ones if the relationship has cracked. Bioenergetics specialists recommend starting a general cleaning:
- repair leaky clothes,
- ventilate the premises,
- throw out the cracked dishes,
- get rid of all the uncomfortable or unpleasant,
- wash the mirrors,
- view the contents of cabinets.
Folk customs
It is recommended to do approximately the same withrelationships: throw off the patina of everyday life and boredom, forget about everyday worries for a while, experiment to bring back colors and exciting sensations. It should be remembered that loving hearts will cope with any troubles and crises, so do not be afraid of them. The number "3" is associated with ruby, blood-red and pink colors, so it would be logical to wear them on the day of celebrating the anniversary. It is also good for spouses to have something leather on themselves: a jacket, shoes, a belt, a skirt, a handbag. Both genuine leather and suede will do. It is better to wear a leather item all day. Wedding table: what should it be? A loaf of rye bread is a must. The spouses break off a piece each and eat it in front of the guests. The first course is "bread soup". This is a regular meat broth with rye bread crumbled into it. This dish symbolizes a strong bond between the spouses, their relatives and friends. If one of the loved ones could not come to the celebration due to health or other reasons, according to an old custom, the couple sends them several red fruits as a gift, usually apples, although others are also allowed, such as pomegranates. The red color symbolizes devoted love and true friendship. It is also considered obligatory for the newlyweds to break dishes, and it is desirable that the shards be as small as possible - then the family will be rich and happy. Evil spirits are driven away from the spouses by loud noise. The first dance is traditionally danced by the heroes of the occasion. At the end, the spouses are showered with rye grains. The third anniversary is considered a cheerful and happy time when life is filled with optimism and inspiration, it is not for nothing that the number three is considered sacred, so it is worth celebrating. This anniversary opens new pages in life together, so that the young people can explore the amazing family world together.
A gift to her husband on her wedding day
Wedding anniversary: what to give?This question cannot be left unanswered. Traditional gifts are associated with the name of the anniversary, so it is considered appropriate to give leather goods (genuine or suede):
- gloves,
- purse,
- purse,
- portfolio,
- belt,
- folder,
- slippers,
- leather key chain,
- a case for glasses,
- decorated with a skin flask,
- cover for a passport,
- coin,
- money clip,
- notebook or diary,
- a watch with a leather strap,
- cigarette case.
The gift can also be more practical:a leather jacket, shoes or other items, if it is customary in the family. It is important not to forget to put money in a wallet or purse, so that they are always there. Giving an empty wallet is not only ugly, but even rude. When choosing what to give, you should take into account the person's tastes. If he holds a respectable position, he is unlikely to like rabbit ears on gloves. If you are not sure, it is better to stick to the classics - this is a win-win option. If a leather gift is beyond your budget or your husband is an active participant in the animal rights movement, it is better to move away from tradition and give a non-themed gift. Think about it, maybe your husband's player broke, and he loves listening to music, or his favorite band is coming to town, or maybe it's time to think about a new phone? Three years spent together have probably allowed you to study his tastes and preferences, so deciding what to give will not be difficult at all.
A gift to his wife on his wedding day
Based on the name of the anniversary, it is clear that you will have to give your wife leather things too. Rarely will a woman refuse:
- leather designer bag,
- leather coat,
- skirt or jacket made of genuine leather,
- shoes or boots.
If your budget is limited, you can stop atleather clutch, wallet, phone case, belt, cosmetic bag, bracelet or leather jewelry. Now you can find leather postcards, hairpins, jewelry. You can buy them yourself or make them at special master classes - your wife's delight will know no bounds. The main thing is to approach the choice of a gift responsibly, because a wedding and subsequent family life have changed a lot in life. When choosing what to give your other half, you should never forget about a bouquet. Be sure to pamper your wife with a bouquet of her favorite flowers, because women can never have too many of them. Romantic gifts are also appreciated by women: dinner at a restaurant, a trip for two, fireworks in her honor. Even with the most modest budget, you can light candles at home and cook dinner yourself. Most of all, a woman appreciates attention, especially from her beloved husband. So do not hesitate to fantasize and bring to life the boldest ideas.
Gift for a couple on wedding day
Traditionally, the parents of the spouses give moresolid gifts to their children than other relatives. A good option for the third anniversary can be a leather sofa or armchairs. Think, maybe they have finished renovating the living room and have not yet had time to acquire furniture? Or the set they like is too expensive for them. If financial capabilities allow, and the spouses are not against leather furniture, the gift will be received with a bang. An alternative can be a leather armchair for the office, a corner in the kitchen or a leather bed. Such a stylish and imposing thing will decorate any room. Among the less bulky options can be:
- photo album in leather binding,
- stylish suitcase or travel bag,
- a picture of pieces of leather,
- decorated with leather casket,
- wall or desk clock,
- Photo frame,
- a leather-decorated vase,
- housekeeper in the hall,
- book-safe or a book-bar,
- a set of wine glasses in a leather case.
A bottle of elite wine will never be superfluousalcohol. If you have a rather warm relationship with the couple, you can make a photo collage or presentation with comments about their three-year life together, order a stylized newspaper or a genealogical book. If the couple is quite democratic in clothes and has a good sense of humor, you can give paired T-shirts with funny inscriptions or pictures. Try to focus on what the spouses like, and you will easily choose the best gift.
