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[value] => <p><span class="ILfuVd NA6bn"><span class="e24Kjd"></span></span></p><p>The lucky horseshoe is a big part of <strong><a href="https://www.wideopencountry.com/irish-people-try-texan-food-first-time/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Irish</a></strong> folklore and history. The gist of the story is that in the
10th century, St. Dunstan (a blacksmith) was visited by the
devil himself. The hoofed devil asked for a horseshoe for himself. So
then, Dunstan nailed a red hot <strong><a href="https://www.wideopencountry.com/horseshoe-boot-rack-video/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">horseshoe</a></strong>
tightly on one of his hooves, and the devil howled in pain. The devil
begged for Dunstan to remove it. Dunstan agreed under one condition --
the devil must respect the horseshoe and never enter any place where one
was hung above the door.</p><p>Because of this, people believed that
the horseshoe could keep evil spirits out of their homes, and thus
bring in (or keep in) good fortune.</p><p>It was tradition to give the couple a horseshoe to hang over the door of their new home together.</p><p>Now it isn't an actual horseshoe but a pretty lace or fabric covered replica.<br></p><p><span class="ILfuVd NA6bn"><span class="e24Kjd">When do you <strong>give</strong> the bride the <strong>horseshoe</strong>? Usually young children are the ones chosen to <strong>give the horseshoe</strong>
to the bride. This happens at the end of the ceremony after the couple
have been presented as Mr and Mrs and then take their first walk
together down the 'aisle.'</span></span><br></p><p>We only get horseshoes from Max Elliot in Australia and Trendy Trims. They are hard to source as it is only traditional to give horseshoes in the UK, New Zealand and Australia.<br></p>
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[intro] => Horseshoes The lucky horseshoe is a big part of Irish folklore and history. The gist of the story is that in the 10th century, St. Dunstan (a blacksmith) was visited by the devil himself. The hoofed devil asked for a horseshoe for himself. So then, Dunstan nailed a red hot horseshoe tightly on one of his hooves, and the devil howled in pain. The devil begged for Dunstan to remove it. Dunstan agreed under one condition -- the devil must respect the horseshoe and never enter any place where one was hung above the door.Because of this, people believed that the horseshoe could keep evil spirits out of their homes, and thus bring in (or keep in) good fortune.It was tradition to give the couple a horseshoe to hang over the door of their new home together.Now it isnt an actual horseshoe but a pretty lace or fabric covered replica.When do you give the bride the horseshoe? Usually young children are the ones chosen to give the horseshoe to the bride. This happens at the end of the ceremony after the couple have been presented as Mr and Mrs and then take their first walk together down the aisle.We only get horseshoes from Max Elliot in Australia and Trendy Trims. They are hard to source as it is only traditional to give horseshoes in the UK, New Zealand and Australia.
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coming together of two people or two families into one new family. It is
a very simple idea that can be incredibly powerful. Typically, each
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clear vessel, forming a layered effect. Sometimes just the couple
participates, and sometimes the couple's children or parents join in
with their own colored sand, adding to the layers of colors, and
expressing the harmony of the entire family.</p><p>The sand ceremony is based on the unity candle—a
bride and groom together light a central candle from their own flames.
Yet with a candle, the flame eventually will blow out. The advantage of
the sand ceremony is that there is a lasting memento to display in your
home. Sand is also a better choice for an outdoor wedding since wind is less of a concern than it is with a candle.</p><h3> How a Wedding Sand Ceremony Works </h3><ol><li>First, the officiant says a few words about the ceremony and its meaning. Then he or she hands each person a vase of colored sand.</li><li>The first person (often the groom) starts by pouring his sand into the central vase.</li><li>Next, the second person (often the bride) pours her sand into the central vase, forming a second layer.</li><li>If
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pour at the same time.</li></ol><h3> When Does a Sand Ceremony Take Place? </h3><p>There are no strict rules: couples may choose to place it at any point in their wedding ceremony,
and even as a separate ritual at the reception. The most popular (and
perhaps the most logical) time, however, is immediately following the ring exchange and vows. This allows the sand ceremony to feel almost like a culmination of the ritual, once you have already been joined in marriage.</p><h3> What You'll Need for a Sand Ceremony </h3><ul><li><strong>A different color of sand for each person participating.</strong>
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"Something Olde, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue, A
Sixpence in your Shoe"—which names the four good-luck objects (plus a
sixpence to bring prosperity) a bride should include somewhere in her
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far beyond trinkets for the bride. Two grooms can sport blue ties
or borrow their grandfathers' cuff links. Bridesmaids can wear blue and
act as the bride's “something blue.” We've seen blue hair and blue
manicures, a display of old family photographs as an escort card
backdrop, new jewelry or a beautiful new getaway car for the couple—you
name it. </p><p>Here's the meaning behind these Old English couplets.</p><h2>The Meaning of "Something Old"</h2><p>Back in the day, including “something old” was a sure way to ward off
the Evil Eye and protect any future children the couple might have (the
Evil Eye was thought to cause infertility in the bride—yikes). But more
generally, and on a more lighthearted note, “something old” represents
continuity, and contemporary couples use this as a chance to wear a
sentimental piece of jewelry or item of clothing belonging to an older
relative. Often the parents of the bride will gift her an heirloom
before the ceremony.</p><h2>The Meaning of “Something New”</h2><p>This one’s pretty straightforward: “Something new” offers optimism
for the future. The couple is about to enter into a new chapter in life,
so walking into marriage with “something new” makes total sense. Don’t
worry about searching far and wide for “something new”—it can truly be
anything, including your wedding dress, veil, jewelry and shoes. Couples
often tick this box before they even learn this rhyme exists. It’s up
to you whether your “something new” is a gift from someone else or the
result of a treat-yourself moment.</p><h2>The Meaning of "Something Borrowed"</h2><p>Incorporating “something borrowed” brings the couple good luck. By
borrowing something from a happily married friend or relative, the bride
or couple ensures a little of their good fortune rubs off on them. The
old-fashioned superstition urged the bride to borrow the undergarments
of female friend or relative with a happy marriage and healthy kids
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your grandmother’s wedding hair comb or your mother’s diamond
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The traditional “something blue” was often a blue garter worn beneath
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ward off wicked spirits: Sprinkle blue clematis into the bouquet, pick
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[intro] => Something Old, Something New... You may have heard people say you need something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue for your wedding day. But where does this rhyming wedding tradition come from, and what does it mean? It derives from the Old English rhyme, Something Olde, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue, A Sixpence in your Shoe—which names the four good-luck objects (plus a sixpence to bring prosperity) a bride should include somewhere in her wedding outfit or carry with her on her wedding day. Theyre usually small tokens of love that your mother, sister, other relatives and/or attendants will give you at the eleventh hour (although you can give them to yourself too). And now, of course, this sweet tradition extends far beyond trinkets for the bride. Two grooms can sport blue ties or borrow their grandfathers cuff links. Bridesmaids can wear blue and act as the brides “something blue.” Weve seen blue hair and blue manicures, a display of old family photographs as an escort card backdrop, new jewelry or a beautiful new getaway car for the couple—you name it. Heres the meaning behind these Old English couplets.The Meaning of Something OldBack in the day, including “something old” was a sure way to ward off the Evil Eye and protect any future children the couple might have (the Evil Eye was thought to cause infertility in the bride—yikes). But more generally, and on a more lighthearted note, “something old” represents continuity, and contemporary couples use this as a chance to wear a sentimental piece of jewelry or item of clothing belonging to an older relative. Often the parents of the bride will gift her an heirloom before the ceremony.The Meaning of “Something New”This one’s pretty straightforward: “Something new” offers optimism for the future. The couple is about to enter into a new chapter in life, so walking into marriage with “something new” makes total sense. Don’t worry about searching far and wide for “something new”—it can truly be anything, including your wedding dress, veil, jewelry and shoes. Couples often tick this box before they even learn this rhyme exists. It’s up to you whether your “something new” is a gift from someone else or the result of a treat-yourself moment.The Meaning of Something BorrowedIncorporating “something borrowed” brings the couple good luck. By borrowing something from a happily married friend or relative, the bride or couple ensures a little of their good fortune rubs off on them. The old-fashioned superstition urged the bride to borrow the undergarments of female friend or relative with a happy marriage and healthy kids (again with the fertility thing). But, of course, today it’s all about honoring a loved one or holding onto something of sentimental value—like your grandmother’s wedding hair comb or your mother’s diamond earrings—for a touch of good luck as you say your “I dos.” The Meaning of Something BlueWhile wearing or carrying “something blue” was also meant to deflect that pesky Evil Eye, the color blue stands for love, purity and fidelity—three key qualities for a solid marriage. The traditional “something blue” was often a blue garter worn beneath the bride’s white dress. But you don’t have to wear “something blue” to ward off wicked spirits: Sprinkle blue clematis into the bouquet, pick out a gorgeous pair of blue pumps, find a powder-blue bow tie or use blue ribbon to tie your invitation suites together—just because you feel like it.
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