34 years of marriage: what kind of wedding is it and how is it celebrated?

For several decades, married life goes through many stages of development, eventually it becomes a strong union of two hearts. The 34th anniversary of the wedding day is called: amber. For such a long time in the family formed a certain world with its own laws and principles. The relationship between the spouses settled, became multifaceted. They have many shades, just as the color of amber has an endless variety of different colors and halftones.

34 years of marriage - amber wedding, the date is a landmark, although not round. Over the years, amber becomes a mineral, going through the thorny vicissitudes of various transformations. Living together for 34 years is also not always a holiday: it is painstaking daily work that requires patience, concentration and a constant search for compromise from two loving hearts. Perhaps that is why the amber wedding was called that way.

The union of two personalities in a marriage is always not easy; over the years it becomes truly indestructible. Celebrate this non-circular date made in the circle of the closest people.

The texture of amber is unique and original, since ancient times this mineral has been endowed with sacred meaning. There were legends and beliefs (especially among the Scandinavian peoples and Slavs) that amber is a reliable protector from the evil forces that inhabit the lower astral. Amber amber guard was highly valued among sailors, merchants, and military; there was a belief that the aura of this warm stone brings good luck.

To celebrate the 34th anniversary of the wedding, it is customary to call the closest relatives and friends. Such a holiday is characterized by a relaxed family atmosphere. There is a custom to shower "newlyweds" on the day of the 34th wedding anniversary with amber "rain". For this purpose are used:

• yellow foil;
• coins;
• wheat grains.

The holiday has always symbolized wealth, well-being and prosperity. There is a well-established tradition that a husband and wife should present each other souvenirs made from amber or in extreme cases with splashes of this mineral. It is best to buy stones of light yellow hues, they perfectly correspond to the general atmosphere of the holiday.

It is impossible not to recall the remarkable ceremony, which symbolizes the harmonious merging of the "newlyweds" with nature. Traditionally, weddings were arranged in Russia after the harvest. This can be explained by the fact that the peasants had a lot of free time, also autumn - this is the time of plenty of food, which made it possible to collect hospitable feasts.

Spouses before the arrival of the guests went into the forest, collected branches of viburnum, from which a large wreath was made. Nes he has a sacred meaning. He was placed on the most prominent place during the celebration, the wreath symbolized the world and the wealth in the house.

A similar rite is recommended today. A wreath can be made from different plants, its presence during congratulations, a festive dinner will be useful, it will create the desired entourage. Instead of a wreath, they often buy a small home plant in a pot (preferably, it is coniferous). Small pieces of amber are put in the ground, during the feast the plant is placed in a prominent, honorable place.

Another tradition is wine. 34 days before the celebration a bottle of good wine is bought. The cork is opened gently and amber stones are placed in the bottle.Then the wine is corked back and placed in the refrigerator. During the arrival of the guests the wine is poured into glasses and drunk. Such a sacred act symbolizes the transfer of the magical properties of the mineral to all those present.

Before the feast began, the couple pronounced an oath of allegiance earlier. This tradition has not lost its significance in our days. In no case, when pronouncing high words, it is impossible to memorize them to “drum”, this will create an impression of pain and lead to the opposite result. A loving heart will always find the right words, so it’s not at all necessary to memorize all phrases like a poem, the main thing is to remember a common outline.

After uttering solemn words, guests shout "bitterly." The kiss is stretched to 34 tact. Our ancestors believed that after performing such a ceremony, relations would acquire a new, higher quality level.

The momentous day begins with the spouses giving presents to each other. At the same time, each of them should sincerely rejoice and thank for all the good and not recall what was bad.

Family holiday is usually celebrated in the country or in a city apartment in a circle of loved ones. If there is a hot summer outside and the weather permits, you can contact the service of organizing celebrations and have a picnic in nature. Feast on the summer cottage under a tent or in the gazebo can turn out well. In winter, the holiday is best organized in the restaurant. When decorating the room and table, you should use a yellow color scheme, this applies to tablecloths, curtains, napkins, decorative interior elements, etc.

If the holiday takes place indoors (restaurant or country house), then it is decorated with yellow colored balloons. The number "34" should also be present in the most prominent place. The crown of celebration can be a big festive cake, made in amber tones. Such a product is better to order in the confectionery, which has a good reputation and all relevant quality certificates.

If the anniversary will cope in a restaurant, then you should think about the appropriate musical arrangement. For example, you can invite a string quartet, which will accompany the feast and buffet. In the evening, you can arrange a jazz jam session, where guest musicians will perform. If guests can play music, then you can “stock up” with acoustic guitars or provide a piano.

The outfits of the guests and the heroes of the occasion are also important. The spouse should be in a yellow dress, this shade is associated with the color of amber. A man will be enough to wear a yellow tie. A good tone will be considered if guests wear amber jewelry. In the details of their festive clothing should be present yellow shades, which will symbolize the amber holiday.

Congratulations, dedicated to the amber wedding, certainly linked to the sun stone - amber. Buy jewelry or souvenirs, where there is this mineral, can be in any jewelry store, amber products are now a great variety. Prices for amber are not exorbitant, unlike, for example, the cost of diamonds or emeralds.

What is most appropriate to give on such an anniversary? The tip is in the title itself. Spouses give each other amber products:

• brooches;
• souvenirs in the form of zodiac signs;

• beads;
• rings;
• key rings;
• pendants;
• cufflinks;
• earrings;
• bracelets;
• amber-encrusted jewelry boxes;
• wooden box for storing tea, decorated with small stones;
• beads, etc.

His wife is also presented with a luxurious bouquet of yellow roses.

Vouchers to a holiday home in Kaliningrad, on the coast of the Baltic Sea, can be a good gift to the “newlyweds”; this place contains the richest amber deposits in the world. You can organize a photo session in the entourage of amber jewelry.

Household appliances and electronics are not associated with amber, but you can stick the appropriate stickers on the body of the product and packaging. Spouses can be happy with a gift, especially if there is no coffee grinder or a modern refrigerator in the household. It is best to give flowers to the heroes of the occasion in yellow, thus they will create the appropriate tone.

Children can also give their parents something valuable. Most often give:

• household appliances;
• decorations;
• desk clock;
• vases;
• various amber figurines.

Not a bad idea - is to give the spouses a trip to St. Petersburg. They will be interested to take a trip to Tsarskoe Selo, to visit the Amber Room. Catherine the Great revived fashion on amber, decorating her crown with this stone. In addition, she ordered the wall to be decorated with this mineral. Since then, the stone is associated with power, harmony and grandeur. Arriving in the city on the Neva, you can personally see the traces of history.

Textiles of various shades of yellow (tablecloths, bedding and rugs) are also appropriate to present as an expensive gift. A set of dishes from 34 items can inexpressibly please the spouses with its originality, such a gift will remind of itself for many years, giving rise to positive emotions.

You can give chess, in which all the pieces will be made of amber. Honey in a sense also symbolizes amber. A barrel of good honey with a dedication - this is a great gift, only honey must be natural and not sugared. Bumblebee honey can be a special gift, it is not cheap, but it has a lot of useful trace elements.

Lemon liqueur can also be donated if spouses prefer such drinks. Light beer has a golden color: a medium-sized keg of branded drink will become a very original present.

Suitable gift options are also:

• lamps and chandeliers;
• pieces of amber-colored furniture;
• wooden utensils.

When choosing a gift it is important to consider the inclinations and preferences of the spouses. Each of them has a favorite hobby. For example, if the “newlywed” is an avid philatelist, then by buying him a large album for stamps, you can greatly please him. If you offer a brand sweater or an expensive yellow jacket to his second half, this can also be a good gift.

Household utility gifts are usually always welcome:

• wooden chopping board;
• various knives with yellow knobs;
• garden tools.

Finally, a worthy gift will be a certain amount of money in a gift envelope. If the guest has the talent of a poet, and there is no money to make a decent gift, then a witty original poem can save the day.

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