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Show Thursday, Mar. 12, WEST VALLEY VIEW 1981 . Two To Manage, Not One - Use Your Energy Wisely To Cope With New Way Of Life stead of one, youre going to need more energy than ever! Here then, are ten energy savers you can bank on for your newly home and for you - the newly married bride. Youre nearly wed, about to become a pair" rather than a "single - making the change from I to "we and me to us." And, having to think about two in -- It s are observed on many wedding days, as young couples honor their cultural heritage throughout the United TRADITIONS contemporary States. Brides Choose To Reflect Heritage Of Their Origins traditions are an important part of the wedding proceedings for many. A Greek Orthodox bride and groom wear ornate crowns during the nuptial rites, for instance. The crowns, joined by ribbon, are exchanged, symbolizing the joining together in marriage of the happy pair. In Jewish ceremonies, this symbolic coupling is represented when the bridal couple drink wine from a single glass, which is then broken under a canopy representing the very colorful example of an old is one that was drawn up by a Scottish sea captain during the 19th century. In nautical terms, he outlines his and his spouses duties to each other which include the traditional concepts of wifely obedience in exchange for a husbands care and protection. . . . I explained to her the conditions under which we were to sail in company on lifes voyage, states the sailor. She is to obey signals without question when received. She is to steer by my reckoning. She is to stand by as a true consort in foul weather, battle or shipwreck. I am to keep her in due repair and see that she hath her allowance of coats of paint, streamers and bunting as befits a saucy craft. I am to revictual (feed) her day to day. Should she be blown on her beam ends by wind or misfortune, I am to stand by and see her righted. I am to set our course for the Great Harbor in the hope that good moorings may be found for two crafts when laid up for eternity. This metaphorical marriage contract found a few years ago in an old deed box by a lawyer in Edinburgh first appeared in the The Lookout magazine. A oux 'I. Cherlynn'i Floral 262-336- E. 1 6100 South f Across from fashion Placo) well-bui- V Dorothea's 255-681- Floral 8 780 E. Cantor 7720 So. off State St. V' And Stick marriage contract Afro-Americ- 145 sitting level, relax and watch television. 3. The most important step in cleaning any room in your new home is having a system . . . attack walls, windows, curtains first. Then work around to what youve got on top of tables before you vacuum. With a system, youre out of a room more quickly than ever! to yrngtodtoeb- - 7. Instead of driving to the market, dry cleaner or post office, WALK! It will rev up your system for other For Tour Wedding "The personal touch that means so much!" if Delicious Variety of Buffets Dinners Banquets Weddings Teas Office Parties Luncheons talwqwM lunch time, get into nutrition the delicious way. Have a green salad, but add cashews, walnuts or pecans with pieces of your favorite cheese (caraway is a terrific choice) 4. At bite-size- d Call LOVE IS HERE TO STAY 485-308- 1 for an appointment or Res. 277-228- 0 5055 So. 1300 East Plan A Schedule, (ttovaage Ceutmcl the canopy transforms itself to a bridal arch at Polish weddings, as guest walk under the arch, carrying bread and salt, representing life and earth. Anyone dancing with a Mexican bride or groom must pay for the dance by pinning money to their wedding clothes. Italians follow a similar custom, with the bride carrying a special purse to contain dance payments. Many couples have adapted the clothing and music of their culture to form a special wed- - oUJE Zi. 1. Washing clothes for two people and a new home means larger loads. You wont want to spend hours in the laundry room, so wash heavier, items first and put them in the drier. If you wash lighter items last, theyll both be dry at the same time! Thats less time in a hot washroom. 2. Ironing afterwards? Sit down and do it! Lower your ironing board energetic needs and help toward fine looking legs. 8. Worth every effort is energy spent beautifying hands and nails. Experts suggest white cotton gloves for dusting and rubber gloves for washing. Developing good nail habits will result in prettier hands that will complement new wedding rings. ' 9. Working in or out of ones home, lips need flattering. Wearing lip gloss, lipstick, or even vaseline helps prevent dry, flaking, chapped lips. 10. If you are at home, start the day by setting your hair. After a long, hot bath and busy day, remove rollers. Time and energy will be saved, besides looking great for your new husband. With your busy and hectic daily routines, the energy taken to pamper yourself is the most worthwhile, because its all spent on you. A Sea Cafau6 home. 9ot Many young couples today are planning traditional weddings based on their families ethnic backgrounds or their own interest in history and different cultures. Some ethnic traditions are quite profitable and well worth keeping. During a Mexican wedding reception, anyone dancing with the bride or groom pins money on the newlyweds. In addition to bringing gifts, guests at an Italian wedding place an envelope with money in a special bag which belongs to the bride. The white gown worn by the bride in traditional weddings originated in the century. The idea was apparently borrowed from the virgin-whit- e gowns worn by little girls taking their first communion. Until this custom was adopted, a bride wore her best dress or native costume to her wedding, adding a special touch of blue, the color of love. Brides are always told to wear something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue to their wedding. now-popul- ding service. This practice is also reflected in many Oriental ceremonies. It can now be said, todays weddings are truly a mixture of tradition and sentiment as ethnic customs can be incorporated singly or combined with others to create a truly meaningful and beautiful marriage ritual. Weddings reflecting the customs of other countries, other times, and various ethnic backgrounds also reflect the rich fabric of American life, woven from the cultures of people around the world. Today, as in the past, many ethnic Clcatuug Howe - Tradition and pull it all together with wheat germ. Youll bum up this meal much faster than eating a sandwich. 5. If you really crave a snack - make it granny (green) apples an peanut butter. This snack tastes almost too good to be healthy and energizing. 6. Food tastes better if its fresh. Invest in various-size- d plastic bags. Theyre perfect for keeping foods fresh in and out of the refrigerator, around cereal boxes, loaves of bread or around last nights leftovers on a plate. lt Most brides find planning their wedding both exciting and complicated. Here is a check list to aid in this labor of love: Determine your budget and decide on style and location of the ceremony. Set the date with your fiance and decide on particulars of ceremony with clergyman. Plan your reception and, if possible, arrange for all the services youll need. Decide upon bridal attendants. Draw up invitation list. Select your wedding dress, veil, and accessories. Select florist, musicians, and photographer. 3 Months Before Wedding: Order invitations, stationery, and notepaper. Begin shopping for first-yea- r trousseau. Have both mothers choose their gowns. Visit your doctor and if necessary, check on rubella immunization. Arrange transportation and any accomodations for wedding party and guests. 2 am To It Months Before Wedding: Plan rehearsal dinner and invite bridal party. Arrange recording and display of wedding gifts. Address wedding invitations. Choose wedding ring. Obtain marriage license with fiance. Decide upon and order attendants gifts. One Month Before Wedding: Have hair styled as you would for your wedding and have final fitting on your wedding gown. Prepare newspaper announcement of your wedding. Arrange fittings of bridesmaids gowns. Order wedding cake if not included in other preparations. Attend parties in your honor. Plan seating arrangements. 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