The fifth wedding anniversary is considered an important milestone in family life. During this time, the relationship in the pair become especially reliable. It is not for nothing that this date is called wooden and is compared with this material for strength and strong roots.
What does symbolize?
The tree has long been perceived as a symbol of home comfort and warmth of the family hearth. It is believed that in five years of existence the family has roots - traditions, branches - children, it acquires a crown - its own home and way of life.
According to one of the traditions, on this anniversary the couple together planted a young tree. You can do this in a festive atmosphere, going out with the guests into the courtyard, or dig a seedling under the bedroom window without attracting everyone’s attention to what is happening. It is important to determine the type of tree, as each has its own value:
- oak - longevity and the power of vitality;
- maple - family welfare;
- birch - good nature and harmony;
- ash - clairvoyance and spiritual beginning;
- Apple tree - parental blessing and fertility;
- Acacia - the birth of a new life, renewal;
- Alder is a tree that protects family values.
Acacia is often planted by spouses who dream of posterity. According to the old legend, as a tree planted on the fifth anniversary of the marriage union, take root and outgrow all the winds and adversities, such will be the joint life of the family. The branches of the seedling can be decorated with bright satin ribbons, turning it into a symbolic "tree of happiness." Tying each ribbon, spouses say their general wishes for the future. The brighter beautify the tree, the more hope for happiness ahead.
But do not overlook the fact that the tree is not only durable, but also highly flammable material. So the relationship of the spouses can destroy the flare-up scandals, and frequent quarrels and suspicions gradually undermine them like termites dry wood. Therefore, the relationship must continue to work and irrigate their joint dreams, plans and mutual concessions.
Wood is a malleable material that can be easily polished and takes the desired shape. So marriage with five years of experience in the strength of the spouses to make better and stronger.
Gift options
Any caring wife tries to find out in advance about what kind of gift for this date will be interesting for the spouse. I want it to be symbolic and useful at the same time. The fifth anniversary of the marriage is celebrated with wooden gifts, because you want to know about them on the eve of the anniversary. Wooden presents can be souvenir or practical.
Both options are worth detailed consideration.
- Desk. The perfect gift for a spouse who spends a lot of time on paperwork and working with documents. All important files will be decomposed into boxes, and order and harmony will prevail in the cabinet.
- Nightstand. A good choice for those who like to read before bedtime. The spouse will have a personal place to store books, a charger and all kinds of gadgets for personal use.
- Breakfast table in bed. Unexpected gift from a caring wife, giving her spouse a little sleep on the weekend and enjoy coffee and scrambled eggs without getting out of bed. Such wooden accessory will serve the family for many years for its intended purpose.
With him watching a movie with popcorn will seem more convenient than usual. Evening tea can be transferred directly to the sofa. Or enjoy a late dinner for two at the table.
- Picture in a wooden frame. You can choose any plot: from the image of a spreading tree, a symbol of family well-being, to a joint portrait made by skilled craftsmen of applied art.
- The lamp on a wooden leg. An elegant addition to the interior of the matrimonial bedroom for creating romantic evenings and reading before bed.
- Bathtub for bath. Adaptation, useful to those who visit the steam room.
- Beer mug made of wood or glass on a wooden stand. Present for the connoisseur of foamy drink. You can order a memorable engraving on the circle, marking the anniversary date with beautiful font and pleasant wishes for your spouse.
- A device for burning - a gift to those who like to leave memorable inscriptions on a tree. A master with golden hands will definitely appreciate such an original surprise.
- Smoking pipe. A rare gift from wives who mostly worry about the health of their husbands. If the choice fell on the tube, do not forget about related things - tobacco and mouthpiece.
- Handmade Chess - A valuable gift for an intellectual. Decoration of any office and the game for a decent pastime.
- Frame for a photo or the whole collage of pictures. Joint staff will be where to flaunt with pride, so as not to gather dust in heavy family albums.
- Casket Yes, yes, this is not a particularly feminine accessory, as is commonly believed. A man also has something to put in her bowels: cufflinks, watches, bracelet, money for future vacations.
Not always, preparing a gift for the 5th anniversary of living together, you need to build on stereotypes. Ordinary, but pleasant gifts also have a place to be on a holiday as gifts. A tie pin and neck accessory, leather briefcase, elegant and spacious purse, stationery set, trouser belt, bathrobe and towel, slippers and home pajamas.
The surprises of the spouse can be absolutely personal and intimate as much as is customary in each individual family. Only the wife can be reliably aware of the wishes of her spouse. And to satisfy them or not is up to her.
How to mark?
But how the celebration will take place is already decided by the spouses together. Perhaps it will be a trip to the countryside for a picnic or a trip to the sea. Or the children will go to their next of kin and the parents, for example, to a private hotel, where they will have an unforgettable date, like the first time.
A trip to the hotel can be replaced by flying a helicopter or hang glider. Or maybe the couple trust each other so much that they want to soar together in the sky? The parachute jump on this momentous day will make the anniversary truly memorable and extraordinary.
Arrange a honeymoon or share a holiday with the guests? It all depends on the social activity of the couple. If young people prefer noisy feasts with music and a scenario of celebration - so be it! A toast party at a banquet can be not only a professional, but also a godfather or best friend of her husband. The cafe is appropriate to choose with an abundance of wood in the interior.
It will be convenient to order the design of balloons over the Internet and through the network to choose gifts for the faithful. Saving time and money will free a lot of valuable minutes to appear before the only one in all its glory. Beautiful makeup, stylish styling, fresh manicure and a happy smile of his wife will surpass all the most desired gifts for your beloved husband!
Surprise do it yourself
Wanting to save or really surprise, the question of a gift for a wooden wedding can be solved with a minimum of costs. For this you will need your own hands and strength, a little imagination and a great desire to bring everything to the end. But all the love that is in the heart and soul will be put into the man-made gift!
- A collage of photos from different years. The history of family life from the first date, kiss and the word "yes" in the registry office to modern days. The birth of children, baptism, joint trips and genuine lively emotions will reflect all this and remind her husband that he already has the most precious thing in life.
- Delicious festive cake. Home baking is very different for the better from all shopping counterparts. Moreover, every wife in the five years of her life became aware of everything about her husband’s tastes: what he loves more — nuts or fruit, biscuit or shortbread dough. To please her husband is not difficult, and you can decorate a sweet masterpiece with everything that is on hand. Chocolate chips, crushed cookies, marmalade hearts, bright caramels, juicy cherries and delicate raspberries - a masterpiece for a loved one is ready for presentation and use!
A cool cake in the form of a tree would not be a very good option for a gift. Leave a wooden theme for souvenirs.
- Romantic dinner for two persons. Only He and She are surrounded by candles and at a table with their favorite family dishes. Prepare his adorable salad or meat according to the family recipe - what could be better?
- Verse in honor of her husband. You can create and present lines with your own efforts, guided by your feelings. Or take the help of those who make it fast, beautiful and poetic.
Poetic congratulations on the 5th anniversary of the family will emphasize the importance of the gift and its spiritual essence. Let your feelings in five years not become stiff, but only grow stronger to the joy of you and your descendants. Take care of your family, keep family traditions and loyalty to each other!
For information on how to celebrate and what to give to a wooden wedding, see the following video.