Celebrating A Wedding Anniversary?

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This week I will be celebrating my 10thWedding Anniversary. Traditionally there are gifts associated with each anniversary, but if you investigated further, there are often many different meanings – in terms of traditional or modern, and various cultures.

Daffodil © Nita Joy Designs

 

Not only are there traditional gifts such as paper, tin and china, but there are also flower associations with each year; for example – the tenth year would be the gift of tin, or in terms of flower associations, it would be daffodils. I knew I should have got married in the spring!  Oh well, silk daffodils will have to do I suppose, or if I’m really lucky girl, I may get a tin of my favourite biscuits too – gluten free of course! :)

 

I have noticed over the years that wedding anniversaries don’t tend to be observed that much anymore, unless it’s a Silver, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, or if you manage to make it – Diamond! Most of our friends tend to send us text messages to say congratulations, if they remember. Times are changing, and as weddings are becoming less popular, and there are more pressures on family life, there are many painful associations with weddings and marriages,  so it’s hardly surprising that anniversaries are not celebrated much any more.

 

As you know – I am the flower card girl, so I tend to send friends and family wedding anniversary cards, as I like to remember their special day with them, and I love making special cards for my customers.

 

If you have a friend or family member who has a wedding anniversary approaching, and you would like to celebrate with them, here is a floral list of anniversaries to give you some ideas (or secretly leave lying around for your partner).

 

1st – Pansy or carnations

2nd – Cosmos

3rd – Sunflowers

4th – Geranium or hydrangea

5th – Daises

6th – Calla Lilies

7th – Freesia

8th – Clematis or lilac

9th – Poppy

10th – Daffodil

11th – Tulip

12th – Peony

13th – Chrysanthemum

14th – Dahlia

15th – Rose

20th – Day lily

25th – Iris

28th – Orchid

30th – Sweetpea

40th – Nasturtium

50th – Violets

 

 

Just think when you reached your 50th, you could just have a massive bouquet with all the flowers listed above, reminding you of your special years together! ;)

 

Have you received a special wedding anniversary gift?

My special gift is that I can’t believe how lucky I am to have Matt in my life – I am very blessed. Thanks for everything Matt – I love you to the moon and back xx

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About Anita Hunt
Anita Hunt specialises in botanical photography, and is the creator of beautiful, luxury greeting cards and gifts, inspired by the beauty of nature. You can join her on Twitter @NitaJoyDesigns and facebook. She is also a children's author and anti-bullying campaigner Are You Being Bullied?
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9 Responses to Celebrating A Wedding Anniversary?

  1. Hi Anita,

    I’ve been trying hard to think of a perfect 40th wedding anniversary gift for someone – I think maybe a big bunch of nasturtiums won’t quite do it ;-) How lovely that you already have your perfect wedding anniversary gift in Matt :-)
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    Angela Boothroyd July 18, 2011 at 1:57 pm

    • Oh, and HAPPY ANNIVERSARY to you both! I hope you have a lovely week.
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      Angela Boothroyd July 18, 2011 at 2:00 pm

      • Hi Angela, many thanks for your comments and lovely good wishes :)

        Yes, a bunch of nasturtiums might not have the impact required for a 40th anniversary – maybe a vase with nasturtium details…
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        Anita August 2, 2011 at 7:09 pm

  2. Happy Anniversary, Anita!

    That 2nd one – Chocolate Cosmos, surely… One of my favourites.
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    Babs July 18, 2011 at 3:53 pm

    • Hi Babs – thanks for the kind good wishes :)

      Chocolate cosmos – lovely :)
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      Anita August 2, 2011 at 7:10 pm

  3. Happy Anniversary Anita!
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    ethnicsupplies July 19, 2011 at 7:37 am

  4. Happy Anniversary :)

    I have never been one to celebrate anniversaries, but ten years is a landmark. Congratulations to you both.
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    Sarah Arrow July 19, 2011 at 11:34 am
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