5 years of wedding: traditions and celebration

Each year of married life is a kind of stage. With each year, relationships can become stronger and deeper, or, conversely, lose their relevance and breed people. But now is not about that. The five year wedding anniversary is a small anniversary. But how to celebrate it in an original way and what to present? We will now tell about these secrets.

The fifth anniversary of marriage is called wooden wedding. This material is much stronger than paper or linen. He hints at the strength of the relationship and the solidity of marriage. Spouses together went through the stage of growth and formation and have already managed to acquire the first “fruits” (children).

This is a time not only for summing up intermediate results, but also for setting plans for the future. Spouses have already managed to test each other in various situations, and now full trust is based not only on feelings, but also on specific matters.

A period of five years is not such a long period of time. But this is a certain milestone at which intermediate results can already be summed up. The main achievements will be the following points.

• Birth of children. During this period, many families have already managed to acquire one or two children. In the classical sense, the family becomes complete. Spouses have already overcome all the difficulties associated with caring for newborns, and understand their responsibility for their future.
• Own apartment. Young families often start living together in a parent or rental apartment. To this milestone, many are already trying to get hold of their housing.Home improvement and the first joint repair are also important points.
• Silent passions. The first euphoria and surge of hormones are already left behind. They are replaced by mutual respect and understanding. These are deeper feelings that are a great foundation for a long, happy life together.

• Lack of disagreement. Two persons, entering into marriage, invariably go through a period of "grinding". Each has its own principles and concepts. Living together, one always has to look for compromises. In some families, this moment passes smoothly, while in others it is necessary to sharply infringe on their interests in favor of another. By the age of five, this process is already completed and the moment of family idyll comes.
• Distribution of duties. There is a classic scheme when the wife takes care of comfort and home, and the husband is a getter. But each family is individual and there are no clear rules. After the spouses lived together for 5 years, all responsibilities are already clearly distributed and this is not a cause for disagreement.
• Psychological stability. The moment of getting used to each other is invariably associated with emotional instability and stress. During this period, the couple already got used to each other's peculiarities.
• Joint goals. Living under one roof, the couple not only gets used to each other, but also begins to build joint plans. Holidays with the whole family, the distribution of the general budget for serious purchases and other joint activities become an integral part of life.

Psychologists believe that this is a period of summing up. If the couple initially developed a good respect for each other, then this only strengthens over the years. And vice versa, if it was not possible to find compromises at the initial stages of life, then by the age of 5 years an imbalance can be observed. It is becoming increasingly difficult for a husband to live together, as everyone insists on his own. Scandals and quarrels are inevitable here.

Each wedding anniversary has its own symbol. In this case, it is a tree. Such a choice is not accidental. Let’s see what it means in detail.

• Good root system. These are the families of the spouses, who 5 years ago became one family. But relationships are not built in one day. Now they have come together and created a solid foundation that will help the young family feel confident in any “storm” and “freeze”.
• Fruit. These, of course, are children. At the age of 5, a young tree begins to bear fruit. This allegory applies to the family. In order to get a good harvest, children need to be "planted", they must be looked after and protected from troubles.
• Crown. The young sprout does not yet have its own chic foliage. It seems that the tree is almost bare. So is the family. Not every young family has the opportunity to immediately get everything you need. By the age of five, many have their own housing, comfortable life and stable work.
• Youth. Despite the fact that the tree is already quite formed, it is still very young. In addition, one small spark can destroy it to the ground. Therefore, you should carefully treat family values ​​and take care of loved ones.

By attaching great importance to each family date, you strengthen relationships and show that marriage is important and valuable to you. This can be expressed in words, but joint symbolic rites will give a positive charge of emotions and inspiration for future exploits.

It doesn’t matter where you do it - whether it be your own country house, cottage or city courtyard. Prepare for this event in advance. Do not dig up a tree in a nearby forest.Buy it in a specialized market or in a nursery. It will be more correct. It is worth considering that not only the seedling itself will be symbolic, but also its variety. In advance, coordinate with your spouse the tree that most accurately reflects your relationship:

• fruit (apple trees, plums, cherries) - procreation, the appearance of children;
• maple - prosperity;
• oak - stability;
• acacia - reliability;
• willow - devotion;
• juniper - longevity;
• pine - virtue, mercy;
• birch - romance, purity;
• alder - trust;
• citruses, palm trees - a search for new sensations.

Teamwork is important here. Distribute responsibilities. For example, the husband can make a beautiful frame for a joint photo, and the wife can cover it with paint or varnish. This symbol will remind you that everything can be achieved together.

Do not shift all the responsibilities for preparing it to your spouse. Do it together. If a man is not strong in cooking, then he will easily fulfill the role of apprentice. After all, cutting vegetables or chopping meat is not such a difficult task.

Do not forget about your main value - children. They are an integral part of the family, so leaving them unattended is wrong. Give them interesting gifts. It can be wooden toys (car models, a set for construction, children's dishes).

Like any holiday, 5 years of living together require themed gifts. The name itself dictates their focus. But I want to be original. If the wedding is wooden, this does not mean that the present should be only from this material. We will analyze specific cases.

Since this is a joint holiday, each participant must receive gifts.

• Barrel. Dear elite alcohol in such vestments will be a real surprise. A purely masculine gift that he will certainly want to grab before friends and relatives. In addition, it may well come in handy at a family celebration.
• Pipe or cigarette case. Great if your spouse does not have this bad habit. But statistics show that most men continue to smoke. Such an accessory is able to emphasize the status of its owner. And the pipe gives special impressiveness to any man.
• Table game. This should be a good gift option, not a plastic toy from a nearby supermarket. Cozy family evenings can be spent for a quiet and interesting pastime, and not just watch TV, as is common today in most families.

• Relaxation. If it is not possible to organize a full-fledged trip, then you can limit yourself to a certificate for a relaxing massage. Depending on your hobbies, it will also be appropriate to give a ticket to a concert of your favorite group, a football match, or simply arrange in advance his friends for a fishing trip (hunting).
• Tool. A cozy home requires constant attention. Either the shelf broke, or the leg of the chair squinted. One cannot do without a good professional tool. Of course, you can take advantage of the fact that he inherited from his grandfather. But getting your own little case with sparkling keys and screwdrivers is much nicer.
• Rocking chair. It is not necessary to place it in a city apartment. Although if the area and stylistics of the interior allow, then why not. She will feel more comfortable in the country. Imagine how pleasant it is on a warm evening to sit in it with a glass of mulled wine. By the way, this may also be an option for a wife’s gift, or you decide to purchase a set of two such items.

You can not ignore the beautiful half. A gift for her is also of great importance and should symbolize your love and care.

• Jewelry. They do not lose their relevance and can be presented absolutely for any occasion.If you want to emphasize the symbolism of the holiday, then look for the products of masters on wood. Unusual handmade beads or bracelets will be a great alternative to gold jewelry.
• Casket. Girls love to store their treasures (jewelry, cosmetics and other trifles) in beautiful boxes. So why not give her a wooden box for this holiday? It may show off a carving with wishes or a romantic drawing. Also interesting are products with stones, rhinestones and other decorative elements.
• Portrait. Whether it is a family portrait or an individual depends on your desire. Contact a wood or burn master. This design option will be both practical and original. In the case of a pair on it, he will emphasize the solidity and strength of the relationship.
• Fulfillment of desire. A husband, like no one else, knows his wife and what she dreams about. Maybe this is a day at the spa or professional expensive household appliances, or maybe she has long been looking at a beautiful dress in one of the boutiques. A wooden wedding is the right time to make your dreams come true.

It is not always possible to find an original version of a gift, then present-proven present will come to the rescue. You just have to choose one of these options. These gifts can be presented by friends and relatives as well as spouses to each other.

• Set of dishes. She is always needed in the family. After all, those kits that were given for the wedding could already break or become unusable. Meanwhile, new members appeared in the family. If you want to be original, then present a wooden set. From this, even small children will be happy to eat semolina.
• Furniture. If you are in close contact with the “newborn” family and you know all common friends, then you can team up and make one good, expensive present. You know that for the second year now they have been dreaming of a beautiful dining table or other piece of furniture, but so far they cannot afford to buy it. So give them a nice and very useful gift.
• Decorative elements. All sorts of vases and wooden figurines on this anniversary will be very welcome. Only when choosing them do not forget to consider the style of the interior. The thing should be perfect for him.
• Money. No matter how trite it may be, but they are always needed. And if you doubt your ability to choose a creative gift, then a beautiful envelope with a couple of rustling notes has never been superfluous.
• Certificate for master classes. Well, if you take into account the interests of both spouses. But you can give something completely unexpected. For example, a horse ride, a lesson in finger painting, a master class in a pottery workshop.

• PHOTOSESSION. Pleasant moments of life should remain not only in our memory, but also in photographs. Look for thematic photo sessions in advance. They can be either of a romantic orientation, or with dressing up or an original plot.
• If the family is not going to celebrate this day, then an option for a gift from friends may be the party you organizedwhich they simply cannot refuse. Going to the celebration by invitation, do not forget about the gift.
• Photo albums. Modern gadgets are increasingly replacing conventional paper photos. As a surprise, you can pre-print family photos of the couple and insert them into a beautiful photo album. It is so nice to see happy moments of life with children and relatives.
• Paintings. Do not think that they are hopelessly out of date. Today at the peak of popularity are the so-called modular paintings, when the image is divided into several parts and framed. It can be images of the same orientation. Think in advance what room you are buying them for. The plot will depend on this.
• Figurines. It can be both small funny figures with funny inscriptions, and objects of high art.They can carry not only aesthetic benefits, but also practical ones. For example, it can be a figurine designed for keys or rings.
• Funny cartoon. Order such a gift from the master. To do this, you need a photo of the couple with whom he will be drawn. You can also independently build it from photographs and finished elements.
• Houseplants. Since the wedding is wooden, it will be more appropriate to give just a tree, but only a small one. In flower shops you will certainly find a suitable option. It can be citrus, bonsai or mini palm.

The original present will be remembered for a long time by all participants of the holiday. Therefore, do not be afraid to show imagination and give unforgettable emotions.

• Rolling pin. The stereotypical image of an overweight woman with a rolling pin meeting a sweeping husband is a classic. But the comic character of the situation will be given by an original inscription, for example, such: “Even good relations require clarification.”
• Firewood. It will be very unexpected. If the house or apartment has a fireplace, then they can become a decorative ornament (or used for other purposes). And if not, then you can beat the present in your own way. To say that winter promises to be cold, but there is no hope for utilities, or its original version.
• Rings. Only not gold, but wooden. They must be paired. The inscriptions can be either funny or quite serious, with a deep meaning. Depending on the nature of the couple and your relationship, choose the most suitable option.

• Chewing gum Love is. Since childhood, we all remember these touching pictures that “love is ... hold her hand” or “when you prefer her rather than the car”. Well and so on. Present a whole block of such chewing gum. They will remind you of the romance of the first meetings. And if there are children in the family, then it is not yet known who will be more pleased with the surprise.
• Souvenirs with inscriptions. It will be much more pleasant if they are made to order. They can only display the names of the spouses or write a complete wish. If the souvenir is intended for the home (for example, a board on a wall for keys), then the inscription can be about a family hearth or have a funny subtext.
• Original collage or mural. Make it completely easy. Enough to show imagination and make a little effort. Cut out the photos of the couple and arrange them in the form of a comic book or supplement them with funny illustrations. You can make a panel on which to place objects - gifts with original inscriptions.

It can be:

1. cognac - to normalize the pressure;
2. paper napkins - for tears of joy;
3. Chocolate - for sweet moments, etc.

• Sweets. If you are a culinary master, you yourself can bake a delicious pie and write wishes on it. If not, then contact the bakery. You just have to choose the gingerbread option and a congratulatory inscription.

It is important to prepare for the celebration in advance. This will help to avoid unnecessary fuss on the day of the wedding anniversary. In addition, some points require preparation: the purchase of products, booking a table in a restaurant, etc.

• Choose a place. It will be ideal if you can spend this day in nature. What could be more symbolic - a wooden wedding among the trees! But if the weather or season does not allow, then it is quite possible to use the traditional options: restaurant, cottage, apartment.
• Decor. In a restaurant or cafe, this will be more difficult. You are not going to rent it completely, as you did for the wedding itself. At home, everything is limited only by your imagination. The most suitable option is a rustic style. Firewood bundles, embroidered towels and napkins, hanging bunches of onions and herbs - all this will remind you of a rustic theme. You can arrange in a similar style only a separate area, where you can make memorable photos.
• Scenarios of the celebration. If you are not sure that you can do it yourself, then contact the professionals. They will make fun contests and build a logical scenario for the celebration. But you can do without them. Some guests will gladly replace the best toastmaster themselves. Talk to them about entertainment ideas in advance so that this is the most wonderful gift.

• Holiday menu. Do not try to surprise guests with exquisite exotic dishes, especially if you decorated the interior in a rustic style. Here, traditional Russian dishes are better suited: potatoes, herring, dumplings and borsch. They can be decorated taking into account the modern culinary style of serving dishes.
• Options for celebrating together. It is not necessary to gather a large company, if both of you are very good and comfortable. Have a romantic dinner or take a trip. It will be an unforgettable time that will energize you and remind you how great it is to be a family.
• Holiday cake. He certainly brings a moment of solemnity and significance of the event. For such a holiday, bother to book it in advance. It may look like a wedding one with the inscription “5 years” or wedding rings with the number 5. It will also be appropriate to ask the pastry chef to make it thematic, that is, in the form of a tree or simply decorative edible elements in this theme.

The fifth anniversary of married life is the period when the family has proved its worth. The first passions had already subsided and the couple fully felt the joys and worries of living together. Do not forget to remind your loved ones about how important each year of marriage is for you. You can do this by arranging a romantic surprise or noting a full celebration.

On what to present for the 5th wedding anniversary, see the video below.