9th Wedding Anniversary Gift List
Traditional, Modern, Gem Stone, Flower
This Year's Gift List Based on the Enduring Nature of the Union
The traditional gift lists for the anniversary years of marriage appoint items which symbolically represent the time a couple has spent together. There is a traditional, a modern, a flower, and a gem suggestion for each year of marriage.
As is the standard with these lists there are a number of symbolic messages which come through in the items selected to represent each year. The traditional suggestion for this year call for a gift of pottery or willow to be given to the celebrating couple. Both of these items are significant as each is symbolic of water. For the nine year wedding anniversary these gifts focus on the strong enduring nature of the relationship. The modern gift suggestion is for leather while the flower appointed for this year is the Bird of Paradise, and the ninth year gemstone is the dark blue Lapis Lazuli. 
Water is the underlying theme of the 9th year of marriage. Strong, enduring, and giving of life. Water flows through areas of exceptional beauty and it also flows through desolate rocky landscapes as well. It is enduring.
Water adapts, changes to circumstances, and although its direction may change, the flow continues on. Water also symbolizes cleansing and purity of the thought and body. Marriage is loving and giving, with the couple constantly renewing their commitment to one another, and to the strength of their union. Since early times pottery has been the vessel that has carried water to the home. It is the holder of water and is the symbolic gift for the nine year wedding anniversary. Today pottery brings with it the symbolic meaning of home, hearth, and family. Practical, elegant, stylish, and always uniquely wonderful. The Symbolic Meaning of Water for the 9 Year Anniversary
One of the earliest symbolism of pottery rests on its connection to water. Pottery was used to carry this life giving liquid to the home and as such is a strong symbol of domestic care and love. Ancient pottery is a recognized symbol of the people who owned it. Specific pottery drawings, designs, shapes, and materials were representative of individual groupings of people thus increasing the relationship of home and family to this generally practical and individually artistic item.
In a religious sense the message from a gift of pottery is that clay is the natural material it is formed from and it is Earth that man is also formed from. The addition of water to man or clay brings both to life. As such pottery is a gift to be treasured and treated with the utmost of respect. It has a life of its own. Most people will recognize the old style stoneware jug. These crocks are durable, decorative, and strong. Clay pottery has been used since ancient times. A traditional symbol of hearth, home, and family it is a delightful gift choice. The Meaning of Wicker as a Gift
The strong and durable willow branches are pliable enough to intertwine with one another to form a unified object. This is the symbolism of willow and why it was chosen as the 9th anniversary gift choice.
The two individuals within the marriage form a unified bond over time that brings them together as a singular unit. Working together to achieve common goals their interests, hardships, and triumphs draw them closer together. Loyal and protective of their family unit they become a united force of one. Water once again features in with the choice of willow gifts to celebrate a nine year marriage. The willow tree is drawn to water and flourishes where water is plentiful. A Wicker Patio Set For Romantic Outdoor Dining
Marriage is a Fortress Built of Love and Loyalty
A successful long term marriage is achieved through shared memories, goals, loyalty, and respect. Resilient and enduring a successful marriage of nine years has shown that it has the ebb and flow to maneuver through the many ups and downs that occur within a relationship.
Through the passing of time a marriage has the ability to gain in strength and security and by the 9th anniversary the unity within a successful marriage is strong. Alike flowing water this couple adapts and stays the course. Through the sharing of common goals, trials, and triumphs, there is a strengthening of the bonds a couple share with one another. In 9 years a successful marriage has become a fortress built of love and shared accomplishments. It is adaptable to changing circumstances and will stay strong and on course. Lapis Lazuli an Ancient Blue Gem Symbolizes this Anniversary
The Blue Lapis Gemstone is Delightfully Symbolic
The gemstone symbolizing the 9 year wedding anniversary is the beautiful blue lapis lazuli gem stone. With a dark royal blue hue it is ideal for polishing into elegant jewelry pieces. The deep blue color of lapis brings a feeling of rich royalty to every piece that this gemstone graces. A delightful anniversary gift choice.
The beauty of the Lapis lazuli stone has been recognized since ancient times. This gem was prized by the Egyptians. Not only could this dark blue gem be shaped into jewelry and statues but it could also be pounded into a pigment for dyes. Cleopatra used the lapis lazuli powder for her eyeshadow colour. Gifts made from this gem come in many forms and are a gift that is very rich in appearance. The lapis lazuli is a delightful ninth anniversary gift. The Flower for the 9th Anniversary is the Bird of Paradise
The symbolism of the Bird of Paradise flower is one of happy anticipation, joy, and paradise. It is a fitting tribute to the nine year wedding anniversary. Native to South Africa the bird of paradise flower looks much like a beautiful bird perched among greenery.
The bird of paradise received its name because this beautiful ornamental flower looks so much like a brightly colourful bird. The symbolic meaning of the bird of paradise flower to the 9th year anniversary is in the qualities that exist within this marriage union. Paradise, joyfulness, magnificence, and happy anticipation are all symbolism of giving. Love is the Blending of two Hearts into One
Love has a way of drawing people closer together as the years pass and shared memories bind the ties closer together. Love is a bond of loyalty and trust that deepens with time. Two individuals who unite as one will find that as the years go by their love will grow stronger and their hearts grow ever increasingly fonder. Love is a bond that grows strengthens in trust. As shared experiences and memories combine a couple’s bond to one another grows more enduring.
Loyalty and trust are the basics that hold this union together and as years pass this bond grows more unified till the couple's thoughts and hearts are blended into one. The shared experiences and memories blend their separate pathways together till it is one. Soul mates sharing the love of one another as they travel through life. Beginning alone and molding together through their love and loyalty into individuals united in thought and heart as one. |
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