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; the spouses will carry the memories of this day through the years. Therefore, it will be a great tradition to celebrate the anniversaries of this significant day, and not only round dates, but also such as the 38th anniversary of life together.

Each wedding anniversary celebration has its own name, even though there are usually round dates. Among the exceptions, it is worth highlighting exactly 38 years of family life, the day on which the celebration of such a significant event is planned - the creation of a family. Mercury is considered to be the symbol of this anniversary, therefore the wedding is called mercury. Such a comparison with metal was not chosen by chance, but based on the characteristics and properties of mercury. The symbolism is due to such an analogy that by the age of 38 years of marriage, the spouses enter a peculiar phase of relations, distinguished by incredible resilience, but at the same time flexibility.

However, in addition to comparing and correlating the date with mercury, it is necessary to highlight another component of the anniversary related to numerology. So, the number 38, according to the teachings of this direction, when adding two numbers makes it possible to understand the mystical meanings of this day. The resulting number eleven 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 issue in detail, you can find many definitions and symbolic signs.

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

It is believed that mercury has a feminine origin, constantly changing its forms and directions, while maintaining a certain patronage over the masculine principle. But the main property that explains the 38th anniversary title is the metal's ability to combine into durable alloys with other elements. What in the matter of the years lived together suggests that the husband and wife have already merged tightly 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. It means complete unity, whatever form the mercury takes in the process, hence the name of the 38th anniversary.

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

• Celebration in the family circle. Dinner with a small circle of children and close family friends is the most popular option to celebrate 38 years of marriage. A similar event can be held in a quiet atmosphere at home or outside the city, inviting children to the table for joint memories, maybe already grandchildren, blood relatives and friends who accompanied the couple on this long stretch of life.
• Party at a restaurant or cafe. This option involves attracting toastmaster and musicians to participate in the celebration. As a rule, a banquet hall is rented for this day. With this choice, the circle of invitees can be wider, since the “newlyweds” will not be constrained in terms of space for guests. The advantage of the event in the institution will be the issue of comfort, since there will be no need to cook, and most importantly, to clean it yourself, which sometimes somewhat depressing and overshadows the holiday.

• Outing into nature. An equally fun way to spend time with family and friends, besides this, it is more healthy. Of course, in this case, the seasonality of the event matters. But even in autumn, you can perfectly celebrate your anniversary on the shore of the lake or in a park area for recreation. You can diversify outdoor activities with various competitions, active games and cooking over an open fire.
• Travel. A universal option, since a couple can go on a holiday trip without an accompanying person or together with their children and grandchildren. It all depends on financial capabilities and personal preferences regarding the choice of location. Even a family trip to the sea with an anniversary celebration on the shore will be an unforgettable experience in life. An excursion to another country or rest with tents is not excluded.
• A romantic option for celebrating your wedding day. Such a choice will allow the spouses to dilute their daily routine, making it possible to escape from everyday life and worries for several days with each other. This is a chance to pay all attention to yourself and your soul mate, breathe a fresh breath of air into the relationship, and also say in private the vows of loyalty and love. Among the ways to celebrate a holiday, one can single out a romantic dinner or rent a room for newlyweds in a hotel.

If the choice fell on a 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.It can be a joint present 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 subject, but also to its color. Since mercury was chosen as a symbol for the thirty-eighth anniversary, the gift should be silver, and since the main connecting link between spouses is love, the heart and red are considered to be the symbol of this feeling.

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

An important nuance will also be the degree of kinship. For children, there are a number of guidelines for choosing a suitable presentation 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 a husband and wife, as well as the successors of the clan and family. Therefore, regardless of the chosen option for celebrating the anniversary, children and grandchildren cannot help but 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. An excellent option would be to buy household items that will be useful to a couple in the future. Among the huge assortment, you can dwell on several gift options.

• Kitchen appliances and appliances. A multicooker or bread maker, microwave oven or coffee machine can be a practical and good gift for parents. Such units can make life easier, save the time required for preparing drinks or meals, and during their operation, the father and mother will always remember the donors.
• Home appliances, gadgets. You can opt for a new phone, TV or satellite dish.
• Textile. This category of gifts includes essential household items such as blankets, dressing gowns, blankets or bedding sets. A set of bath towels and room slippers will become a necessary and versatile gift that parents will surely appreciate.

• Souvenirs. For lovers of various figurines, stands or caskets, you can buy symbolic figurines of angels, a wall painting or a clock for the anniversary.
• Presentations "for the soul". In this matter, it is worth focusing on the personal taste preferences of the married couple. Theater or concert tickets can be a good gift. Knowing the preferences of their parents, children can make a gift that will diversify the everyday life of parents, give them the opportunity to spend time together, being charged with a lot of positive emotions and impressions.
• Useful gifts to promote health and beauty. Such a gift can be a subscription for a parent's trip to the salon. Today there are many establishments where you can choose an individual health and recovery 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. With inspiration, you can paint a picture or put together a photo collage of family pictures 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 from friends, there are several types and ideas.

• Dishes. A new set or decorative vases, candy bowls or ashtrays can be a good sign of attention from your comrades.
• Photo gifts. Just like children, old friends of the family will surely find common pictures and memories. From these photos you can put together an album or make a large joint photo that you can hang on the wall.
• Symbolic signs of attention. Since 38 years from the date of the wedding is still not considered an anniversary, you can make a small gift in the form of figurines or engraved hearts.
• Decor items. Based on the taste preferences of the spouses, you can buy them as a gift various decorations for the interior.

• Lighting. Recently, various floor lamps or even lamps have been actual gifts. In addition, they are things that speak of comfort and family hearth, which would be appropriate for a wedding day gift.
• Flowers. In this case, you can give ordinary bouquets with a certain number of flowers, similar to the date. Or present house flowers in pots. Flowering plants such as orchids are a beautiful option.
• 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 at their own will.

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

As for a gift for your wife, you can't do without a bouquet. Personal wishes for an anniversary gift can be accommodated. A shirt or tie will be a wonderful gift for a husband, jewelry made of silver or white gold for a woman. It all depends on the individuality of the situation.

The following presents can be a great gift.

• The wedding cake. A delicacy always accompanies celebrations, so a themed cake can be a practical and good gift. The main thing is to observe the symbolism of the mercury wedding and the color design. Many pastry chefs make exclusive cakes that can become a real work of art.
• Balloons and other room decorations. Today, you can prepare a place for a celebration in a very original way using balloons in the form of a heart or the necessary numbers; florists can create appropriate color compositions. All this will give incredible positive emotions and bring some romance to the relationship of the couple, who will soon celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary.

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