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

A wedding is one of the main events in a person’s life; spouses will carry memories of this day through the years. Therefore, it will be a great tradition to celebrate the anniversaries of this momentous day, not only round dates, but also such as the 38th anniversary of living together.

Each celebration on the occasion of the anniversary of the wedding day has its own name, even in spite of the fact that round dates, as a rule, are celebrated. Among the exceptions it is worth highlighting exactly 38 years of family life, the day on which the celebration of such a significant event - the creation of a family is planned. The symbol of this anniversary is considered to be mercury, and therefore the wedding is called mercury. Such a comparison with the metal is not accidental, but based on the characteristics and properties of mercury. The symbolism is due to such an analogy that by the 38 years of marriage, the spouses enter into a peculiar phase of relationships that is distinguished by incredible stamina, but at the same time, flexibility.

However, in addition to comparing and correlating dates with mercury, it is necessary to single out another component of the anniversary related to numerology. Thus, the number 38, according to the teachings of this trend, with the addition of two figures provides an opportunity to understand the mystical values ​​of this day. The number eleven, which is obtained as a result, is characterized as a symbol of inexhaustible inspiration extended to various aspects of life. In addition, this number is a sign that speaks of enlightenment and spirituality. Having studied this question in detail, one can find a multitude of definitions and symbolic signs.

Among the list available for the 38th anniversary of the marriage, the characteristic of the number 11 will be quite relevant., from the point of view of the sign, for already quite adults, who have lived for many years together, about freedom and measured course of life, which firmly united two people by marriage, as mystical and unique as mercury. A rather interesting comparison is inherent in this metal, which makes it possible to call the chemical element "water of life", which is interesting in the context of the combination of the two halves.

It is believed that mercury has women's origins, constantly changing their forms and directions, while maintaining a certain patronage over the male beginning. But the main feature that explains the name of the 38th anniversary is the ability of the metal to unite into long-lasting alloys with other elements. What the issue of past years means is that the husband and wife have already tightly merged and dissolved in each other, forming a solid whole in the stream of life, uniting at the level of feelings, producing descendants and gaining the ability to understand each other without words. This means complete unity, whatever form mercury takes in the process, hence the name of the 38th anniversary.

For each memorable date has its own traditions and recommendations for the celebration. It is worth highlighting several options for the celebration, the most common will be discussed below.

• Celebration in the family circle. Dinner in a narrow circle of children and close friends of the family is the most popular option to celebrate 38 years of marriage.Such an event can be held in a quiet atmosphere at home or outside the city, inviting children, maybe grandchildren, blood relatives and friends who accompanied the couple on this long stretch of life to the table for joint memories.
• Celebration in a restaurant or cafe. This option involves attracting to participate in the celebration of the toastmaster and musicians. As a rule, a banquet room is rented on this day. With this choice, the circle of guests may be broader, since the "newlyweds" will not be constrained in the area of ​​space to accommodate guests. The benefit of the event at the establishment will be the question of comfort, since it will not be necessary to cook, and most importantly, to clean it up on its own, which sometimes depresses and overshadows the holiday.

• Outing on nature. No less fun way to spend time with family and friends, in addition, more useful for health. Of course, in this case, the seasonality of the event matters. But even in the autumn, you can perfectly celebrate the anniversary on the lake or in the park area for recreation. You can diversify outdoor activities with various contests, active games and cooking on an open fire.
• Journey. Universal option, since the couple can go on a holiday trip without an accompanying person, or together with their children and grandchildren. It all depends on financial opportunities and personal preferences regarding the choice of location. Even a family trip to the sea with a celebration of an anniversary on the beach will be an unforgettable event in life. Excursion to another country or rest with tents is not excluded.
• Romantic version of the celebration of the wedding day. This choice will allow the spouses to dilute the daily routine, giving the opportunity to escape from everyday life and worries for a few days with each other. This is a chance to give all the attention to oneself and one's half, to breathe a fresh breath of air into the relationship, and also to say in private the oath of loyalty and love. Among the ways to celebrate the holiday, you can highlight a romantic dinner or rent a room for the newlyweds at the hotel.

If the choice fell on the joint celebration of the date, which involves inviting friends, relatives or even colleagues, it is important to pay attention to the gift for the spouses. This can be a joint gift or a separate one for everyone. It is important during the selection to focus on the number of years lived, the name of the wedding, as well as the symbols of this day, which relate not only to the object, but also to its color. Since mercury was chosen as the symbol for the thirty-eighth anniversary, the gift should be silver, and since the main link between the spouses is love, the heart and red are considered to be the symbol of this feeling.

For a couple with a good sense of humor, some friends may choose a mercury thermometer as a gift. The main point in the selection of a gift for a mercury wedding, taking into account the traditions and omens, is the purchase of a device, thing or any other item that will have a mobile component. So, a pendulum or a clock can act as a joint symbolic gift, sand paintings can become an original variant.

An important nuance will also be the degree of kinship. For children, there are a number of recommendations for choosing the right gift for parents on their wedding anniversary. The presence of descendants at the celebration is mandatory, it is also considered a good omen, since children are symbols of the love of husband and wife, as well as continuers of the clan and family. Therefore, regardless of the chosen option of celebrating an anniversary, children and grandchildren will be able not to honor their parents and come without gifts.

Of course, the purchase of products from this metal should be abandoned for reasons of caution.Therefore, it would be more correct to focus on things that will act as a sign of love and happiness, care and attention. A great option would be to buy household items that will be useful to the couple in the future. Among the huge range you can choose from several gift options.

• Kitchen devices and appliances. A multivark or bread maker, a microwave oven or a coffee machine can be a practical and good gift for parents. Such units will be able to facilitate life, save time required to prepare drinks or dishes, and during their operation, father and mother will always remember donors.
• Appliances, gadgets for the home. You can choose to buy a new phone, TV or satellite dish.
• Textile. This category of gifts can be attributed much-needed things in the home, like blankets, dressing gowns, blankets or bedding sets. A set of bath towels and slippers will be a necessary and versatile gift that parents will appreciate.

• Souvenirs. For lovers of various statuettes, stands or boxes you can buy on the anniversary symbolic figures of angels, wall paintings or watches.
• Presents "for the soul." In this matter, it is worth focusing on the personal taste preferences of a married couple. A good gift can be tickets to the theater or a concert. Knowing the preferences of parents, children can make a gift that will diversify the everyday life of parents, will enable them to spend time together, charging a lot of positive emotions and experiences.
• Useful gifts for health and beauty. Such a gift can be a subscription for parents going to the salon. Today there are a lot of institutions where you can choose an individual health and rehabilitation complex for women and men.
• Handmade. But the most original and memorable gift will be a surprise made by the loving hands of children. In this case, it is not necessary to be guided by the taste preferences of the parents. Having inspiration, you can write a picture or collect a photo collage from family photos that would symbolize the years lived together and the appearance of children and grandchildren. For special craftsmen, an interesting option would be to create your own video, which will forever remain a memory for parents.

As for gifts for the 38th anniversary of friends, there are several types and ideas.

• Dishes. A new set or decorative vases, candy boxes or ashtrays can be a good sign of attention from comrades.
• Photogallery Just like with children, old friends of the family will certainly find common pictures and memories. From these photos, you can assemble an album or take a large joint photograph, which can be hung on the wall.
• Symbolic signs of attention. Since 38 years from the date of the wedding is not considered an anniversary, you can make a small gift in the form of statuettes or hearts with engraving.
• Decor items. Based on the taste preferences of the spouses, it is possible to purchase them as a gift various interior decorations.

• Lighting. Lately, various floor lamps or even lamps are the topical gifts. In addition, they are things that talk about comfort and a family hearth, which would be appropriate for a gift for the wedding day.
• Flowers In this case, you can give ordinary bouquets with a certain number of flowers, similar to the date. Or present home potted flowers. A beautiful option would be flowering plants, for example, orchids.
• Gift Certificate. A common gift option lately. Thus, you can save yourself from the questions of choosing the right thing, and the spouses will be able to dispose of it on their own.

In addition to those invited, spouses usually receive gifts from each other on this day. In this matter there is no clear framework, so the husband and wife can exchange any gifts in the circle of relatives and friends, and in an intimate setting.

As for the gift for the wife, then you can not do without a bouquet. You can take into account personal wishes regarding the anniversary gift. A shirt or tie will be a wonderful gift for a husband, and jewelry made of silver or white gold will be a wonderful gift for a woman. It all depends on the individual situation.

The following gift can be a wonderful gift.

• The wedding cake. Delicacy always accompanies the celebration, so the themed cake can be a practical and good gift. The main thing is to observe the symbolism of the mercury wedding and color design. Many pastry chefs make exclusive cakes that can become a real work of art.
• Balloons and other room decorations. Today, it is possible to prepare a very original place for a celebration when using balloons in the form of hearts or the necessary numbers, florists can create appropriate color compositions. All this will give unbelievable positive emotions and will bring a share of romance in the relationship of the couple, who will soon meet their 40th anniversary from the wedding day.

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