Engaged? What's first?

Hello, lovely brides to be!

I hope that you are doing very well. Making productive steps in your planning process? I know there are tons of details to handle. I'm here to help, if you need me.

Today's topic is simple, I just thought someone out there might be wondering....

Traditionally, the groom's father would make the initial contact to the brides father to express their happiness on the engagement and invite the family over for an introductory meeting. Ever wonder where this tradition comes from?

A long, long time ago, in a galaxy far away (oh wait! wrong story...)

Anyway, many years ago, once married, the bride moved in with the grooms family. That is where this tradition originated. The groom's family made the initial contact to welcome her into their family.

Of course, this tradition is NOT in stone! Some families don't know the tradition and this particular tradition it isn't that important to everyone. As long as SOMEONE makes the initial contact. If the groom's family has not called, then it's 100% okay for the bride's family to call. They may not know what's expected. And, better to make the contact and get the ball rolling BEFORE any misunderstandings form. Your families will be one. Joined together by you and your bond to each other will encompass everyone involved. Isn't that wonderful news? Shout it from the rooftops!


until next time.....

EASY PLANNING!

~Layla