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Today’s couples often choose to bring elements of their past – from family heritage to cultural traditions or favored geographical ties – into the day that is all about celebrating their future . Everyone comes from somewhere. You don’t have to have a PhD in DNA or have a massive familytree printout to know that your heritage is a part of who you are. For some, the past is very close at hand in relatives or community who provide a real-world link. For others it’s in often-told family stories of how kin emigrated from one country to another, or in heirlooms handed down through generations. Then are those who do not feel especially connected to their history by genealogy, but by geography. Being raised in, or having lived in, a special place that helped shape your worldview can also add to the treasures of personal history. No surprise then that many couples want to add elements of their heritage or culture to their wedding celebration. Whether it’s a small, special nod to a long-ago legacy or a full blown melting pot marriage, there are many ways to unite the past and present on your wedding day. Here’s how two couples did it.
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Cobb Life Brides 2013
By Therra C. Gwyn