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Fri, till 1 pAti4 A14 --- THE BROssET:CF,,Ott; SEPTEMBER So, 198i Modern weddings re a old and new In Medieval times, the bride and bridegroom kissed over a pile of small cakes. When an enterprising baker decided to mass an the cakes together and spread frosting over them, the modern tiered wedding cake was born, The practice of tossing the bouquet originated during the Colonial period in history when the bridal party seized the newly- weds' stockings and tossed them over their shoulders at the bride and groom—the first ones to hit the target, ushers aiming for the groom and bridesmaids aiming for the bride, the next to be married, And, with the Victorian era the past—partners grow indi- was born the white wedding vidually as well as together. gown, a symbol of purity. Everlasting rituals Marriage customs passed down through the years Get the most from your wardrobe Marriage has survived through the ages and, along with it, tradition. Although the cus- toms, rituals and beliefs associ- ated with marriage and the wedding ceremony have been altered and updated, they are still a part of the modern-day wedding. Courtships, engagement rings, flowers, gifts, the act of "giving away the bride," the exchange of vows and wedding bands, and the honeymoon all define this "rite of passage." Beginning in. Rome From the days of the Romans, traditions have been handed down, changing along the way as they are reinterpreted by peo- ple. The institution of the family was once thought of as a liaison formed for political, economic and emotional security. The partnership was often prear- ranged, with each member tak- ing on clearly defined duties. Modern meaning Today, couples enter into marriage based on love. The roles of husband and wife are not as cut and dry as they were in "OK, men. Most of you are rookies, but you've got what it takes to be win- ners. You're part of a great team now, so get out there and vacuum!" Vacuum? That's right. As more of today's young married women remain in the work force, their husbands are joining the leagues of shared housework. Since vacuuming, is one of the household chores most often performed by men, Thei follow- ing game plan, useful for rookies and veterans alike: • Warming up—Pull all the furniture out from the waifs and turn back rugs at edges for vacuuming ease. • Choosing the war club—A baseball player makes sure he's using the right bat; you should be sure you have the right vacuum cleaner, If your floors are bare or covered with lightweight carpets, you should be using a canister. If you have thick carpeting, an upright with extra suction power is best. if your home has both types of floors, you might Want to consider "twitch hitting" with a vac that cOnibines the features of canisters Women have long been con- cerned with the trousseau— clothing bought to mark their entrance into married life. Today, more than likely, the trousseau is simply a honey- moon wardrobe—a selection of slacks, skirts, shirts, dresses and swimsuits to carry the bride elegantly through the post-mari- tal whirl. Whether you're heading for a local resort or an exotic foreign locale, make sure to put together a wardrobe that is versatile, comfortable and good-looking . . and which is capable of withstanding the traumas of be- ing crammed and crushed inside a suitcase with a minimum of wrinkling. If you're setting out to update your wardrobe in time for your honeymoon, it's wise to choose new clothing that blends with those pieces you already own and enjoy wearing. You'll make more use of them after the honeymoon is over and, during the honeymoon, you'll be able to make more out of less. and uprights, ,•-.Psyching up--Keep your mind on your •work by eliminating distractions and avoiding interrup- tions. Turn off the ball game on television (during half time, if it's an impor- tant game), and take the phone off the hook. • Organizing your of- fense—To clean quickly and efficiently, start va- cuuming along one wall and systematically work your way around the room. • Conquering the oppo- tition—Your carpet can hold its weight in hidden "critters" such as dirt, hair, grit and gunk. To knock them out of com- mission and into your cleaner, vacuum tho- roughly with several slow forward and backward strokes over each area. • Going for extra points —With your vacuum cleaner attachments, dust moldings, door frames, drapery, latnothades, pic- tures and shelves. Arid, be sure to Vacillith all uphol- stered furniture. • Celebrating the vie- tory—the your imagina- tion, but don't break tar- few, You've got another gatite" earning up the fallowing week. t Although the original mean- ings of certain rituals have gone by the wayside, the rites remain. We no longer believe, as did the citizens during the Middle Ages, that a vein runs, from the ring finger to the heart. How- ever, it is on this finger that the wedding band is still placed. The Romans also believed that the goddess Juno blessed those married in June. Today, the month of June is still the most popular month in which to be wed. And, everyone gathers to- gether, dressed in special clothes, to wish good luck and happiness to the new couple, Through the ages There is something special,. sacred, about an action or belief that has survived since the days of Caesar, passed from genera- tion to generation by young, old, rich and poor. Although recent years have shown 'a return to tradition, the future will inevitably bring fur- ther change as couples write their own vows, celebrations change in style and format, bridal showers include male guests, and the stiff formal amenities become more casual and enjoyable for all. The traditions, however, will remain—symbols of the love between two people who have made a commitment to each j other in the eyes of family and friends. As their ancestors have done. in the past, they will embark on a new life together, creating new memories and passing down 047. ditions to future generations. The beauty and elegance of a wedding, whether carried out in a simple or elaborate manner, will be forever preserved in family histories. Gentlemen, Start Your Vacuums!