50Th Wedding Anniversary Ideas or Salutations
Also known as the "golden anniversary," 50th wedding anniversaries are a time for the celebration of a life spent together. Accordingly, there are several gifts, ideas, and salutations that can help enhance the special occasion and celebrate the milestone memorably.
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White House Greeting
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After 50 years of marriage, a couple can receive an official greeting from the White House in honor of the couple's 50th anniversary. This greeting may take several months to secure due to its popularity, so it is best to make the request months in advance. Requests can be submitted through the local congressperson of the individual making the request or sent to the White House directly.
Family Party
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Having the entire family present is one way to celebrate 50 years of marriage. Whether it is large or small, held at a venue or at someone's house, the party should have as many family members as possible. If possible, prepare some photos of the couple throughout the years, perhaps using one as a large greeting card signed by the entire family. Or, prior to the celebration, get a professional photographer to take a photo of the entire family; this can be framed and presented as a gift to the couple.
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Honeymoon Trip
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It's never too late for another honeymoon. One way to celebrate a 50th anniversary is to arrange for the couple to travel on a second honeymoon. This trip could be something local or nearby, or it could be out of state or even out of country, depending on the health and interests of the couple. A thoughtful option is to send the couple back to the location of their first honeymoon and, if possible, to recreate some of that first-honeymoon experience.
Golden Gifts
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Gold is the official metal for a 50th wedding anniversary, so a gift made of gold is appropriate. A variety of possible gold gifts include jewelry (rings, necklaces, pendants), picture frames, his-and-hers engraved pens, and even gold roses. The object itself is less important than the message, so creative gold gifts may mean more to the couple than simply expensive gifts.
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