Blue Grass Marriage Tips

by Fergal OP

In Medieval Times the groom would kidnap the bride and stand to the left of the officient to have his right sword hand free should anyone show up to claim back the bride.
The groom might need the help of his friends during the ceremony.  This is where the “bridesmen” or “brides knights” would come into play.  They would help assure the bride got to the church and then after to the groom’s house.  The “best man” would provide an extra sword if the groom needed it.

In Medieval Times marriage was not the union of two lovers but instead it was to gain property, money and lineage.

Wedding Dress~
The first known white gown was worn in 1499 by Anne of Brittany in her wedding to Louis XII of France.

In China and Japan women wore white as tradition.  White being the color of mouring as the bride was leaving her family and was thought to be a death of sorts.

A green gown has said to be avoided as it is thought to be unlucky.  A woman who had a green gown was considered having loose morals because her dress would be grass stained from “rolling” around in the fields.

A bride should never make her own gown.  The last stitch shouldn’t be completed until leaving the church.  She should never try on the entire outfit before the wedding day.  She shouldn’t count her chickens before they are hatched.

Early brides and bridesmaids wore similar gowns to ward off bad spirits.

Veil~
When marriages were arranged by family members they were afraid the groom would not like the face of the bride.  The father would walk the bride down the isle and lift the veil for the groom to see the brides face for the first time.

Honeymoon~
In the 16th century the bride would drink mead (brewed fermented honey) for one month (lunar cycle)  to guarantee fertility and the first born to be male.
Another version of the honeymoon is that a groom would take his bride by force.  He would go into hiding for a lunar cycle (29 days) and would keep his bride supplied with mead.  After the lunar cycle, the brides family would have probably calmed down or given up and the groo could bring his bride home.

Giving of Gifts~
In the 1890′s a friend placed small gifts in a Japanese parasol, opened it and let the presents “shower” over the brides head.

Bachelor Parties~
In Anciant Greece, Spartan soldiers held stag parties.  The groom was the guest for a feast on the night before the wedding to say goodbye to carefree days and to swear allegiance to comrades.

Engagement Rings~
Represents the promise of a future together.
The diamond has become the symbol of betrothal because it’s clarity and brilliance was believed to represent innocence and purity.
Medieval Italians in the 1400s believed the diamond was created from the “flames of love”
Ancient Greeks thought that diamonds reflected the flame of love and thought it to be the tear drop of the God’s.
Romans said that diamonds had romantic powers, thinking they were spinters of falling stars that tipped the arrows of Eros, the God of love.
In the Middle Ages diamonds were thought to have the power to bring together estranged marriage partners.

Wedding Rings~
In ancient times they would place the wedding band on the third finger of the left hand believing that the vein of the finger went straight to the heart.
Ancient Romans would make their wedding bands from iron to assure that they would not break as that was thought to be bad luck.

Bridal Bouquet~
The carrying of flowers came from ancient times.  Strong herbs and spices carried by a bride were thought to ward off evil spirits, bad luck and ill health.

Rice Throwing~
Newlyweds were thought to be good luck, so guests would shower them with nuts and grains to insure a bountiful harvest and many children to work the land.  When there were poor harvests, rice was thrown instead.  The tradition still live on today with rice or birdseed being thrown or bubbles being blown.  It has been believed that rice will cause a birds stomach to enlarge and explode after eating rice.  This, however is a myth.  It is rumored that the myth had evolved from church and Synagogue employees tiring of cleaning up after a ceremony.  

Something Old would protect a baby born of the marriage.  Today it represents a link to the brides family and past.
Something New represents good fortune, success and a bright future.
Something Borrowed is a reminder that family and friends will be there with help if needed.
Something Blue represents faithfulness and loyalty.
A lucky sixpence in her shoe assures the bride wealth in the marriage.

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A music video done to the Erika Chambers 2005 song, “All Is Right”. Featuring a young girl, the video shows the security felt when moms and dads love each other. The young actress is the same girl featured in Martina McBride’s “Concrete Angel” music video. Also featured are photos of children of saved marriages. Their parents’ “healed marriage” stories can be found in the book “Can My Marriage Be Saved,” by Mae and Erika Chambers- available at www.savedmarriagenetwork.com as well as at amazon.com and at retail locations nationwide.
Video Rating: 5 / 5

Question by Turtle Fuzz: The Orange Rose of Andunin? Do you like this part of my work? Please read!?
I wrote a story, i know, people answered to the title of the book…the one where the girl is trying to figure out where she got these wicked awesome powers…it’s like fiction..like lord of the rings or something like that…anyway, the girl is having a dream she is back in her hometown, of Crillonia in the country of Mildon

“Areyon walked up the small hill, called Willow’s Moss, her feet squooshing in the deep green, moist moss, the willows weeping to the ground around her. Mikal smiled from the opposite side and joined Areyon near the small dirt road on the foothills of Willow’s Moss. The two laughed and chatted on their walk to Crillonia’s main market places.
They munched on some crispy fresh apples as the girls looked through each market stand. Areyon soon found herself wandering into Calvob’s stand. He flashed the silly smile he always did, but soon it disappeared…why? Was it because he knew Areyon could not take what he offered to her? His love in to her and marriage?
Dark gray overturned the baby blue sky. No one smiled at Areyon as usual, but instead, they walked away, ignoring her, running into their houses and locking the windows and doors. Even Mikal, Uncle Lobenny, Aunt Milane, and her own cousin Lumi! She was left alone in the town circle. The sky was turning red and a great black hurricane was coming right over the mountains! Suddenly, a wave of nausea hit Areyon. She began to feel more sick, as the cloud came closer to her. A foul shriek filled the air in a very hight keyed tone, like someone scraping their fingernails against a chalkboard filled Areyon’s ears. Soon, she was within a dark abyss. Her hands clutched her ears as she fell to the cobblestone shrieking in complete utter horror. Areyon’s head stung from the noise and she became sick as the darkness swallowed her whole.
A figure appeared to her, glowing a pale eerie color. It was a female and wore a black dress with red and orange words written on a black belt. Her hair was long, greasy, and jet black. Her skin appeared a faded, pale green color. She smelled like burning hair and her eyes were a piercing gray. The woman held a black staff with fire burning the top.
Areyon stood up, her hair blowing in the wind that had appeared with the ill figure. The woman grabbed Areyon’s neck and cast her to the cobblestone like a rag doll. She took her staff and pressed the burning fire to Areyons shoulder. Areyon tried to fight back, screaming in horror. She tossed aside the woman’s staff, but the woman took one of her 4 inch long fingernails, and thrust it into the burnt spot on Areyon’s shoulder. Suddenly, ugliness went over Areyon. Her dirty blond hair turned a lifeless brown color, her stormy green/blue eyes turned a dull gray, and her skin became as the ugly woman’s skin. Areyon felt the need rise in her to kill all good, living things, and at the same time, the woman disappeared.
The sky was gray and all grass was burnt. Areyon tried to imagine flowers, green grass, and clear, blue sky again..and it was there! Her tattered clothes, and herself, became beautiful and lovely again, and kindness filled her heart.
Areyon walked back to her home and happily walked through the door, to find a bloody mass of Lobenny, Milane, Lumi, and Mikal! She fell on the floor crying until it hurt, and the woman stood before her. The strange woman, held a fiery orange rose. The sight of the rose, made all pain, happen all over again. Areyon’s shoulder burned, and she wailed in agony, clutching her arm, she fainted….
Brego, the dog, licked her face,”Are you ok? You just screamed!” “I had a nightmare…a woman..black dress..black hair, and gray eyes..very green skin..she had a staff that was on fire..and she pierced me with it! Then, she had a long fingernail, and stabbed me with it. She killed my family..she had an orange rose…pain seized me again in the dream..and i fainted..”
“The Rose of Andunin!” Brego whispered. “The woman in your dream was Nyeble..I have seen her too many times..” “Nyeble? Master evil witch?” “yes..the orange rose..few people have one..they’re very rare. Very rare indeed. They’re found atop the mountain of Andunin, where Nyeble and Junaboh’s fortress is occupied. Nyeble only pierces those who are a great threat to her. Then, when they see the rose, they break down..now, if you have an orange rose, it will protect you from Nyeble.” “I have never seen Nyeble in my life!” Areyon argued. “The dream was sent to you by Nyeble herself. Your powers must be greater than you think.” “All i can do, is talk to any living thing…” “No, you can wield the power of Alina Amma..and overthrow Nyeble with those powers!” the wise dog announced….

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Answer by kurisu95
Yeah, nice detail! I like Areyon! You will have to send me the story when its finished! I love it. Mystical and exciting!

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