How to choose a gift for 43 years of marriage from the wedding day?

Not all married couples celebrate forty-three years of marriage. Not everyone manages to maintain harmony and understanding during this time. But for those who succeeded, the date seems very significant and important.

Like any anniversary, the 43rd anniversary has a special name, meaning and symbolism. This wedding is usually called a flannel wedding. It seems to be a simple name, because so many years in one family deserve something more grandiose, but it is not for nothing that flannel is a symbol of a marriage that is forty and three years old.

Flannel is a very soft, pliable material. It is associated with home comfort, warmth, it causes only pleasant sensations. It is not for nothing that flannel is used to sew children's diapers and underwear, blankets and pajamas for sleeping.

This is the most suitable analogy for the name of the anniversary of the couple, who in 43 years learned to be softer, more pliable, created a warm and trusting atmosphere in the family and at home, harmony in relationships. Over the years, the union has already acquired not only children, but also grandchildren. And such wealth does not want to be exchanged for anything else in the world.

When the couple reached such a solid date, they have something to be proud of and something to celebrate. A flannel wedding cannot be ignored by the family and friends of the couple. After all, the gift of four decades is enormous and is not given to everyone. Having managed to maintain love and respect, understanding and care, the couple deserves special praise and congratulations.

For 43 years of marriage, the couple celebrated many holidays together. At a venerable age, they no longer really want to arrange noisy celebrations. Rather, they will prefer quiet gatherings in the family circle.

But kids can help organize a real festive event.Such an act can be the best birthday present for dad and mom from adult children. Although sometimes children give their parents the opportunity to relax in body and soul somewhere by the sea, away from everyday worries and pressing problems. This surprise will be remembered for a lifetime and will remain not only in the photo in the family archive, but also in the hearts of the elderly.

If your budget or health does not allow you to go to the coast, you can escape to the dacha or to the river with the whole family. But so that mom does not have to stand at the stove, set the tables and think about the menu. Let it be a casual dinner.

You can also rent a cozy gazebo outside the city and grill meat on coals. Fresh vegetables, light drinks and fond memories will make the flannel anniversary the warmest and most touching experience. Of course, if the parents are in good health and will well endure the trip.

When going out into nature, you need to take care of the comfort for everyone present, so that no one gets tired of getting to the place, so that everyone can sit comfortably at the table. Warm blankets for the evening and a large thermos with hot tea will come in handy in case the weather changes. With a successful picnic organization, the surprise will turn out to be pleasant and memorable.

If weather conditions do not allow you to celebrate your parents' flannel wedding in the air, you can do it in a warm place. At home or in a small cafe - it doesn't matter where exactly the table will be set, at which the most dear guests of the heroes of the occasion will gather.

A flannel wedding is an anniversary with a lot of history, but it doesn't require expensive gifts. On this day, it is not customary to come to visit with envelopes, to donate equipment and pieces of furniture. There will be a more compelling reason for this 2 years later - 45 years of marriage.

For a flannel wedding, soulful gifts are more suitable. First of all, these are flannel things. But also small souvenirs will be pleasant to both spouses. Several good options for an anniversary presentation:

• flannel pajamas or robes;
• photo frames and family album;
• homemade pie;
• festive tablecloth on the table;

• blanket or pillows;
• linens;
• cover;
• homemade cards and crafts from grandchildren;
• flowers in bouquets and in pots;

Having lived nearby for so many years, a spouse usually gives a loved one extremely useful and practical gifts. It can be anything from clothing or household appliances. Souvenirs are no longer as relevant as in the old days. The romance was replaced by a comfortable home style. The husband will be happy and pleased if he receives one of the following:

• a new electric razor or a set of branded razors;
• flannel pajamas or bathrobe;
• slippers;
• fiction book;
• soft blanket;
• headdress;
• a hand-knitted or store-bought scarf;
• exit shirt;
• favorite cake performed by the wife.

Even at a venerable age, any woman enjoys jewelry and flowers. The husband will not have to especially strain, sorting out the options for possible gifts. He has long known everything about the tastes of his beloved. Therefore, any of the following options will certainly give your wife mood and inspiration:

• cozy bathrobe;
• decoration;
• earrings with stones that match the eyes and according to the sign of the zodiac;
• French perfume;
• elegant scarf;
• an umbrella for autumn walks in the park;
• a set of cosmetics for hand skin care;
• beautiful home suit;
• nightshirt.

You can donate not only pictures and souvenirs, but also emotions. A photo session with grandchildren and children will be a surprise for a respectable couple. Presenting memorable shots as a keepsake is a very original solution. Tickets for a symphony orchestra concert, philharmonic, opera, ballet, theater performance, cinema - all options are welcome and will be welcomed in any friendly family. Joint trips to cultural events bring together and give new topics for discussion, leave pleasant memories in the soul.

You don't have to spend a lot of money to amaze those who are dear. Even by ordering a table for two for a couple in an inexpensive cafeteria, you show how important it is to do good to loved ones.

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