“For the Birds”--Alternatives
to Throwing Rice
I’m
sure you’ve all been to a wedding where you’ve
been required to hurl rice at the bride and groom as they
exit the ceremony or reception location. Sure it’s fun,
but then it gets to be your turn, and you realize that you
don’t want 100 some guests throwing smelly birdseed
at you, making you a target for every bird in town and ruining
your $1,000 designer gown. Here are some alternatives for
the guests to have fun once you and your groom exit the location
without making you a human birdfeeder.
Bubbles
Everyone from the young and old enjoys bubbles. Although this
might be a bit messy, using bubbles to celebrate the exit
of the bride and groom has become very popular. Using bubbles
is a way for the guests to have fun and wind down before the
reception.
Rose
Petals
Your florist can always provide you with extra rose petals
at a minimal cost to give to guests to throw at you. Although
this could get messy if you step on a petal, it is a cute
idea and won’t hurt as much as birdseed.
Kazoos
No your guests won’t be throwing the kazoos at you and
your groom. Round up a trusty relative, have him teach your
guests a familiar tune, and as you and your groom exit, have
them play this rousing tune on the kazoos. Another different
idea for your exit. Having kazoos also gives the guests an
extra favor from your wedding. You can also use these at the
reception. Instead of clinking the glass for those lovely
reception kisses, having the guests blow in their kazoos when
they want to see you and your groom lock lips.
Butterflies
Another popular idea that has arisen in the past few years
is releasing butterflies into the air as you and the groom
exit. There are ads in wedding magazines for different companies
that will ship butterflies for your guests to release.
Doves
Another popular idea recently used at weddings. Doves are
a symbol of peace, so releasing doves after your wedding ceremony
is a good way to start a peaceful marriage and also a beautiful
site.
Whatever
idea you come up with I’m sure your guests will enjoy.
But try and get creative before you send out your groom to
be to buy a 100 lb bag of birdseed and try a different idea
as you exit your wedding or reception.
