In addition to the happy newlyweds, there are several people at the wedding who are in the center of everyone's attention. They bear the main burden of preparing and holding wedding celebrations. They participate in most traditional rituals, bless the bride and groom and are honored, welcome guests at the holiday. These are the parents or guardians of the bride and groom. A mother-in-law at a wedding is not just another guest. She is entrusted with a number of responsible tasks and assignments. As the official representative of the groom, she, like her husband, must look elegant and confidently perform her duties. Let's talk about this in more detail.
Mother-in-law at her son's wedding - responsibilities
It is worth mentioning right away that modern couples do not always entrust their parents with preparing for the wedding. When many issues can be resolved without problems with the help of paid specialists, there is no need to independently prepare the premises for the banquet, refreshments, wedding scenario and entertainment. Even traditional wedding ceremonies with the participation of parents are abandoned in favor of a beautiful themed celebration at sea, in nature, in an ancient castle. In this case, the groom's mother plays the role of the guest of honor, who will be invited to take part in several scenes and congratulate the newlyweds.
However, the ancient traditions are still strong, the rituals themselves look beautiful and solemn, so they are willingly included in the wedding scenario. Which ones involve the mother-in-law?
Son's Morning Blessing
Before leaving for his betrothed, the groom receives a parental blessing.
- According to ancient custom, parents place the old, prayed-up icon on an embroidered towel (ideally, the mother should embroider it with her own hands, putting good energy into the needlework).
- Traditionally, this is either the face of Jesus Christ or the patron saint of the son.
- The groom kneels down, and the parents baptize him three times in a holy image and say warm, heartfelt words of support, after which they hand over the icon.
- From now on, the icon will be kept in the new family, protecting it from harm.
Wedding ceremony at the registry office
At this beautiful ceremony, the mother-in-law is given the role of spectator. There is no need to perform any special duties other than moral support for the newlyweds. A favorable attitude towards the bride is a very important nuance of intra-family relationships. It's not easy for a young girl. She is very excited about the comprehensive changes in her life. And support from your mother-in-law is very important. Feeling that her loved one’s family accepts her, the bride feels much calmer and more confident.
Very often, after the registry office, young people plan a walk or trip on various transport with their closest friends. At this time, the parents, as authorized representatives of the newlyweds, invite the remaining guests to a small tea party or buffet in a cafe or at home.
Meeting the newlyweds after the wedding
The solemn and cheerful ceremony of welcoming the newlyweds under the shadow of the house of the groom's parents is the patrimony of the mother-in-law. It is she who holds in her hands, on an embroidered towel, a wedding loaf, richly decorated with golden ears of corn, images of doves and swans, leaves and flowers, intertwined with wedding rings. The bread comes with a salt shaker filled with coarse rock salt. What is the essence of the ritual?
- The ceremony takes place on the threshold of the house into which the newly-made husband wishes to introduce his young wife. By greeting the spouses with bread, salt and kind, bright wishes, the mother-in-law shows that they are welcome and accept the young woman into the new family with all goodwill.
- Since ancient times, breaking and eating bread together meant fraternization, guardianship and protection of a new family member.
- Guests and relatives noted: whoever of the newlyweds grabbed the largest piece would be the one who would hold the upper hand in the new family. If the young wife grabs a bigger bite, then she claims dominance in the house.
- Usually the ceremony is accompanied by playful wishes from the guests and encouragement of the newlyweds.
- At the end of the ceremony, the mother-in-law wraps the half-eaten loaf in a towel and puts it away, carefully making sure that no one except the newlyweds touches it. It is considered a bad omen if the loaf falls into the wrong hands - there will be no harmony in the family.
Today, young people prefer to celebrate weddings in restaurants, outdoors. Therefore, the welcoming ceremony in the parental home has undergone some changes. The newlyweds are greeted at the entrance to the restaurant or under the wedding arch. For this purpose, the father and mother of the groom arrive at the wedding before other guests.
Mother-in-law's words at the wedding
According to tradition, first of all the word for congratulations is given to the groom's parents. Mom needs to say a few kind, warm words, wish the newlyweds happiness and long years of marriage. You should not memorize official, faceless phrases or look for long, intricate poems and toasts on the Internet. It is enough for the words to come from the heart and be saturated with love and warmth.
Mom dance with groom
If the mother feels well enough and can dance, it is worth observing the touching ancient tradition of dancing together with the groom. The son invites his mother to a waltz or other simple dance. You can also rehearse something intricate, especially if your mother is into dancing, gymnastics or something similar. Also, you should choose a suitable outfit and shoes that will not interfere with your movements.
Ceremony of handing over the family hearth
This ritual, which came to us from antiquity, can be called the most spectacular and soulful of all wedding traditions. It has a very deep meaning: mothers who are guardians of the hearths on the part of the bride and groom must transfer pieces of fire for a new hearth, which will be lit at the ceremony. To do this, the mother-in-law and mother-in-law hold lit candles in their hands. And together they light one big one, which is in the hands of the young wife. Candles can be replaced with any objects that provide an open fire, and a large wedding candle can be replaced with a fireplace, brazier, stove, lamp, depending on the surroundings. Grooms and fathers may participate, but their roles are secondary. The main people at this ritual are women, who from time immemorial have preserved and maintained the flame in the hearth.
Removing the veil from the bride
Another ancient tradition, whose roots are lost in the mists of time. The leader in this ceremony is the groom’s mother, as the main woman in the family. In the evening, before the newlyweds retired for their wedding night, the mother-in-law took off the veil from the young wife and tied a scarf on her head, preferably a white one, without which married women did not appear in public. During this ceremony, the girl finally said goodbye to her carefree girlhood, and became a wife, mother, and guardian of a new family.
Today, the ceremony is often simplified by simply removing the veil from the newlywed, with wishes for a happy marriage. You can tie a light scarf or scarf on the bride's head.
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Script and texts for congratulations
The mother-in-law is one of the first to congratulate the newlyweds on their marriage. Since this is an exciting moment, you may get confused and not find the right words. It is worth preparing several short but succinct texts in advance, selecting the necessary words or copying them from any sources, printed or from the Internet. Here are the most suitable topics for the mother of the groom:
- wishes of strong, faithful love and long family life;
- a romantic love song performed by the mother-in-law as a gift to the newlyweds;
- short poem of good wishes;
- one can express the hope that the young will soon delight their grandparents with grandchildren;
- a mention that spouses should support each other in all endeavors. After all, the strong foundation of a family is mutual understanding and respect, a reliable support for a loved one;
- the wish that all sorrows, adversity and unkind people would bypass the young people’s home.
You can recall a parable on the topic, or say a flowery toast in an oriental style. The main thing is that the words contain sincerity and joy for the two newlyweds.
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Outfit for mother of the groom
The dress for the mother of the groom should emphasize her special status. In addition, it is necessary to choose a style and color that will suit a mature woman, highlight her advantages and hide her flaws. There are several rules to follow:
- There is a sign that a mother-in-law who wears a trouser suit to a wedding means a quick divorce. You shouldn’t give reasons for negative statements, so it’s better to choose an elegant dress;
- There should not be any provocative details. It is worth giving up too revealing necklines, exposed knees, bare shoulders and arms;
- The groom's mother should look elegant and aristocratic, without the slightest hint of vulgarity. Therefore, they choose a strict style - A-line, empire, sheath dress, length below the knees and above the ankle. You cannot wear dresses with crinolines, trains, too luxurious and provocative colors, because this is a holiday for newlyweds, not mothers;
- the dress should be sewn or selected in size so that it is not tight, does not restrict movement, but also does not hang around like an untidy bag. For summer time, lightweight fabrics made from natural fibers with the addition of synthetics are suitable - they will adequately withstand all the tests of long wedding celebrations. For winter, natural wool, luxurious velvet, satin, brocade are suitable;
- You can throw a stole or cape over your shoulders, choose suitable accessories - a flirty hat, a handbag, large beads, scarves, bracelets, a belt;
- For a mother-in-law's wedding dress, any color is suitable except white, which is the prerogative of the bride. According to Russian traditions, you should not choose a black dress, it is considered a “widow’s dress,” although in Europe no one will judge a woman who wears such an outfit; on the contrary, they will admire her taste and independence. Too bright and provocative colors, frivolous floral and polka dot prints are also not very suitable for a mature woman. Deep, noble shades of gray, blue, beige, burgundy, and lilac are considered ideal. Dresses look great in soft pastel colors, from warm sand and powdery shades to light green, lavender, and ash pink.
Choosing shoes for a wedding is a responsible matter. For an older woman, comfortable, stable shoes with wide heels or platforms, soft and sized so as not to crush her feet, are suitable. You should wear your new shoes for at least a day before the event. If your feet end up getting calloused, you should change your pair while you still have time.
What responsibilities do the groom's parents take on when preparing for the wedding?
What can a mother-in-law give to the newlyweds on their wedding day? Usually the groom's parents present a common, rather expensive gift:
- a tour to one of the exotic countries, a trip to Paris or a trip along the Golden Ring of Russia, a sea cruise;
- a new apartment or a comfortable house with a plot;
- country house or new car;
- large household appliances for the home - TV, washing machine or dishwasher, refrigeration equipment, sophisticated vacuum cleaner or induction hob;
- furniture set for the living room, kitchen, bedroom;
- quality jewelry.
And, of course, you can give an envelope with a certain amount of money so that the young people can buy the necessary things themselves.
The mother-in-law at the wedding is a key figure in the wedding celebrations. Without her, it is impossible to carry out the lion's share of traditional ceremonies, and the groom will feel “out of place” if his mother refuses to be a guest at his holiday. Even if no special events are planned, the presence of the groom's mother will show all guests that harmony reigns in the family, and the young people are getting married with the blessing of the older generation.
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