… laughable and insightful.

I am married with two daughters and a son, my wife and I were brought up in strict African traditions that seemed to be part of everyday life. The African family with its culture and tradition has today degraded with …

… of Vesta. After all, the Romans never made a statue of her to worship.

The carrying perspective of Roman tradition, was transferred to the birth of a child. Tradition demanded that the child be carried around the home to be accepted into the …

… more fuelled by the desire to drink and party all night, at the biggest and brightest venue.

The tradition of staying in to reflect upon your last night of freedom and prepare youself for marriage is long gone. Modern brides-to-be …

… down. Wonder how many names will appear by the time you celebrate your golden anniversary?

Czech Republic Wedding Traditions

Wreaths of baby’s breath and miniature roses can be worn by you and all your attendants for a promise of a …

… thing tradition.

Traditions maintain and validate rituals. Being the secure backbone and foundation of any society, traditions pass virtually unchanged down the years, demarcating, protecting and reinforcing a given culture. The more …

… gypsies across Europe. Additionally, jumping of the broom has Welsh and Celtic origins.

No matter which specific tradition you would like to honor, it does have positive connotation and symbolism. You may be picturing an ordinary …

… be put together with considerable care. As far as colors are concerned, it is generally considered unlucky according to ancient tradition for a bride to wear any color except white, which is a symbol of innocence and purity. In other customs however …

… that the couple has no chance in making it if traditional services are not used.

Regardless of what types of traditions used in wedding ceremonies and receptions, the couple will not make everyone happy! But using traditions to symbolize …