The origins of Anniversary Gifts
Trivia Tidbits: Anniversary gifts originated in Medieval Germany
where the wife received a silver wreath from her friends when she had
been married twenty-five years.
This was followed by a gold wreath on her 50th anniversary.
While no one knows for sure, the Victorians, with their penchant
for cataloging, are thought to be the creators of the gift
selections named for each year up to the 25th anniversary.
Anniversaries are an annual celebration
Anniversaries are the annual celebration of a couple’s continuing
commitment to their relationship. Gift giving for anniversaries today,
as in Medieval Germany, is celebrated by friends and family of the couple.
The types of gifts are chosen from a list that is fairly standardized in most countries.
Over time, these lists have come to include symbols and flowers to mark the occasion.
Amid all the nice food and partying, giving your partner the best gift is always be on top of your list.
No wonder so much time is spent searching the internet and specialty shops for the best gifts.
Anniversaries are Intimate
No matter how many toasts and how many gifts, anniversaries are intimate
celebrations between the couple. Why not plan a trip to some dear to both of you?
Revisit your honeymoon spot or where you first met,
check in at a bed and breakfast, or go on a romantic picnic – just the two of you.
Even the briefest of escapes to be alone is a good way of reminding yourself how your love
got started and why it has grown stronger over the years. Spending quality time with each
other helps you catch up on time you’ve missed because of conflicts with work, children’s
needs, or being caregivers for your parents. Tuck a little surprise gift inside a cupcake
or hanging on the arm of a stuffed animal.
Some great Anniversary Gift ideas
Diamonds are a girl’s best friend, and a Rolex may be his, but one of the most valued gifts is time.
Spending time with the one you love without mobile phones, emails, or other distractions has
become a highly valued commodity in our busy lives. If your budget demands an easy-on-the-
wallet day, buy her favorite shampoo and wash her hair along with a shoulder massage.
Give him a foot massage while the two of you sip you favorite toddy and listen to the
tunes that were popular when you were dating. A romantic dinner for two and a carriage
ride are always popular with the ladies. If your partner is in the middle of tax season or
a big case, give them an IOU with a firm date in the future for a getaway or dinner together.
Anniversary Gifts that Keep Giving
Gifts that warm both women and men’s hearts are those that remind them of the giver over and over.
Music boxes, books, heritage gifts like family crests, beautifully framed pictures of their favorite
spot or you, watches, monogrammed jewelry, collector items – the list is endless. By giving your
gifts that little extra touch, you will create beautiful memories for you and your partner.
Great Gift Ideas
Here are some great Anniversary Gifts ideas from Amazon
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