40th Wedding Anniversary

The 40t 00004000 h wedding anniversary is also known as the ruby wedding anniversary is really a rare kind of event, and if you’re to be one of these luckiest people who will deliver this speech then I would like to congratulate you first. So now if you’re looking to get some ideas in composing your wedding anniversary speech then I hope these ideas can help you to get started:

First, you can say a few words explaining about what Ruby anniversary is all about, the ruby itself represents passion and everlasting flame within your heart, just like what you two have had all these years, so it’s very suitable to mention about this in your speech.

Now the second part is to tell some stories, this wouldn’t be too difficult because I’m sure that you have lots of things to talk about in your life together for 40 years, all the laughter, sorrow, bump and bruises but somehow you both manage to stay together as a loving couple, tell them all in a sequential order so that it will be easier for you to find the exact words and not jumping into one event to another randomly.

You can also add some funny, hilarious stories about you two, the weird events, the funny accidents, the funny habits, the funny words, all things that would remind you just how much you love each other regardless all the differences you might have.

Third part is try to make the speech short and simple and not too long, I know that sometimes we can get carried away with our own stories and end up mumbling about every little thing that is not quite necessary to bring up in your speech, so to help you stay on track, you can write on a piece of paper all the speech’s punch lines, so you know what to say and how to say it perfectly, you even can put some duration notes near each punch line so you know how long you must speak about each topic.

Practice all these 3 parts over and over again until you can get it right, and once again I want to tell congratulate you for your wonderful 40th wedding anniversary I hope you can reach the 50th wedding anniversary, God bless you two.

Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Ideas for 40th wedding anniversary and also for my sister’s wedding photos?
I’m planning a 40th wedding anniversary party for my parents with no help from my brother and sister. It will be in June this year. I need help with it. I would to do scrapbooking or something with some my sister’s wedding photo but don’t what to do with them. Could some one help me please? I got some ideas but I need more.
- ANSWER:
  you should have a dinner party for them and have it be a 1940s theme or 60′s since that is when they got married. as table cards/programs you can have funny and historical facts about the year they were married. also have friends and family bring a photo/copy of a photo of them with or without your parents- then have a book at the dinner where you can paste the photo and a special memory message from the guest. then at the end of the night, you can present it to your parents. OR have people send the photo and message before hand and make a slide show. You’ll have to have self addressed envelopes for that, but they’ll love it!
QUESTION:
Doing a surprise 40th Wedding anniversary party for my parents on a budget, what can I do?
Doing a surprise 40th Wedding Anniversary party for my parents on a very small budget!!!! Need ideas on buffet food and decorating the room, what can I do?
- ANSWER:
  I have catered several events.
  
  Go to a restaurant supply, a party supply or better yet: local church and ask the old church ladies where to buy party supplies. They will give you the lowdown on who has the best prices and selection where you live.
  
  Get disposable tablecloths and napkins as well as hard plastic plates that are asian in design or that look like china with a gold or silver edge. Also, get the flatware that looks like silver and the clear plastic cups. Perhaps you will need a couple of disposable chafing dishes and sterno. The people there can help you with this.
  
  Basically you will want to serve buffet style. Roasted pork loin is affordable and tasty. Get a nice dry rub like McCormick’s spicy and sweet and rub your pork loin,(be generous) add liquid to the bottom of the roasting pan (I prefer apple juice) and make sure you use a thermometer to ensure you don’t overcook.
  
  If you have a nice big cutting board, carve the loin for your guests. Save the juice from the bottom of the pan for au jus. Serve with Uncle Ben’s Garden Wild Rice and sauteed garlic green beans. Greenbeens hold heat well.
  
  Have people serve themselves rice and veg and then meat last, which you will slice and put over rice. Use an ice cream scoop for serving the rice to ensure portion control.
  
  When thinking about portion, use the serving guides on the boxes of rice, figure 6 green beans per person and 6 oz. of meat.
  
  Get a cake from local bakery. I hope your parents have a wonderful anniversary.
  
  Here are some links for ideas:
QUESTION:
What to give for 40th wedding anniversary present?
My parents are celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary. My siblings and I want to recognize it but not go all out. Trying to keep with the “Ruby” theme. Any ideas??
- ANSWER:
  40th Wedding Anniversary
  Lovely red ruby is the classic gift material for the 40th anniversary!
  
  Of course, forty red roses would make a beautiful gift for the 40th anniversary. For gardeners, ruby colored flowers such as nasturtium or a climbing rose with ruby colored blooms are also neat ideas.
  
  When giving a gift to the couple, beautiful red artisan glass is a great idea. An artistic red momento box will keep the couple’s treasures safe and secure. For a more exotic gift, give a trip to the ruby mine in Cherokee, North Carolina. Other ideas include ruby colored paperweights, scented candles, candleholders, antique ruby glass, or red Asian-themed gifts are other options.
  
  If you are having an anniversary party, add sparkly red glitter or red hearts to the cards.
  
  Traditional:
  Ruby Modern:
  Garnet Alternate Modern:
  Ruby
  
  Ring
  Earrings
  Bracelet
  Necklace
  Brooch
  Cufflinks
  Tie clip
  Garnet jewelry
  Red art glass
  Red crystal home decor
  Red flowers
  Red scarves and ties
  Red clothing
  Red lingerie
  Indian River ruby grapefruit for breakfast in bed
  Trip to ruby mine
QUESTION:
What song should we sing for our friend’s 40th wedding anniversary?
We are Americans and our friends are German. We are going to Germany for their 40th wedding anniversary party. They have asked us to sing a song. What should we sing?
- ANSWER:
  You’re Still The One from Shania Twain is a great song for an anniversary.
QUESTION:
What is a good gift for my parent’s 40th wedding anniversary?
I think that 40 years is Ruby so it would be good to get something themed but don’t know where to start! Any ideas for a 40th anniversary present. Looking to spend around 0-200.
- ANSWER:
  the 40th anniversary is indeed ruby
  
  ~ just from having a look,how about one of the following:
  
  ~ a personalised bottle of ruby port and glasses – names and anniversary date
  
  ~ a newspaper from the day they got married
  
  ~ photo frame with a picture from their wedding day
  
  ~ ruby coloured crystal champagne glasses and a bottle of personalised champagne
  
  ~ a paperweight
  
  ~ name a star
  
  ~ porcelain vase
  
  ~ a family portrait – maybe recreate a school picture with you and your siblings and place into a personalised frame,or arrange a photo shoot with the entire family (you can easily keep it a surprise by telling them you’re taking them out to lunch and they’ll all be nicely dressed up)
  
  ~ cds with the hits from various times and their lives eg.songs from when they were courting,to the #1s when they became parents and grandparents.spend some time researching it,and burn the cd yourself,just present it nicely
  
  keyword here:personalised lol
  
  if you want to buy something separate,then ruby earrings or necklace for your mum and ruby cuff links for your dad
  
  congrats on your parents anniversary!
QUESTION:
I want to give my parents a party for their 40th wedding anniversary, any suggestions?
When they got married, they had a very small wedding and no reception. Not sure if I should give them the reception they did not have or something more like a luau. Anniversary is in May. I have asked them and they said that they will leave that up to me. Also need suggestions on what type of flowers to use.
- ANSWER:
  Have a videographer (or do a Power Point presentation) of photos from when your parents werebabies…children…teens, and gradually when they were dating…married…held the babies for first time. It’s like a look back at the history. A luau is a nice idea for May. Go to Oriental Trading for great prices and supplies of party favors and decorations for any type of theme
QUESTION:
is it normal to throw a party for a 40th wedding anniversary?
my in laws will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversay in November and my sister and brother in-law want to have a big party? I always thought you only did that for the 50th. Am I wrong?
- ANSWER:
  Of course you can. and should celebrate with a party. The 40th anniversary of a marriage is a big one, and honestly, if the couple is getting up in age, then it makes sense to have a nice party for them on this milestone, just in case one or both of them aren’t there for the 50th. Not to be morbit, but hey, it’s something to consider.
  Besides, I know I’D want to have a party if I had such a marriage! Wouldn’t you?
QUESTION:
What to do for my grandparents’ 40th wedding anniversary?
I was thinking, since the 40th is the “Ruby Anniversary” I’d get some red roses and some other flowers and make a bouquet. I’d like to put them in a pretty vase and tie a dark red ribbon around it. I have a card that all of the grandchildren are going to sign. What else would be good? I’m so bad a gifts. Thanks for your help!
- ANSWER:
  What would be lovely is have a get together a little party for them, some food or a BBQ. You could play some 1960′s/70′s music as they would have married in the late 60′s…….
QUESTION:
Where’s a great place to go to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary?
My wife and I are celebrating our 40th anniversary next spring and we haven’t been able to come up with a suitable location to go. We want to be able to ask the question “40 years ago, did you ever think we’d be in ______________?”
- ANSWER:
QUESTION:
What can I buy my parents for their 40th Wedding anniversary?
Any ideas would be grateful please.
I am based in the UK.
Thanks
- ANSWER:
  You could get them a bottle of champagne that was made the year they got married, you can have special bottle labels put on with their names and wedding date!
  
  Unfortunately i cannot remember where i got mine from!!! sorry!!
QUESTION:
How soon should we send invites for a 40th wedding anniversary reception?
It is a surprise it that has any bearing.
- ANSWER:
  At least two months in advance. You will still surprise your guests with the invitation, but this will allow them to set up arrangements to take time off from work, get babysitters, petsitters, etc.
  
  Congratulations
QUESTION:
What Should I get my Parents for their 40th Wedding Anniversary?
I want to get them something special, but under 0. They have everything they need for electronics. Would like my husband and I to be able to do something with them (as our anniversary is 1 week before theirs).
- ANSWER:
  i got my parents a photo quilt made up, photo’s from their wedding day and the years that have passed including baby photo’s of their children, they loved it and its something unusual. look on the net for places that do them they are called memory quilts. good luck hun
QUESTION:
What to do to celebrate a 40th wedding anniversary?
My siblings and I want to do something special for our parents 40th & we do not have a lot of money between us, but our family is quite large, so we know it will cost us. What are some nice ideas that will keep the overall price tag in check? The group size will probably be around 50 people.
Unfortunately we all live far away from my parents and therefore cannot host a party.
- ANSWER:
  go out for a meal, some where reasonable and who can seat you all. Explain everyone will have to pay for their own meal, get numbers and book it. My uncle did it for his 60th birthday and it was great.
QUESTION:
What are some good ideas to make my parents’ 40th wedding anniversary special?
Also, please consider the fact my father is in a nursing home recovering from a stroke and has limited mobility.
- ANSWER:
  i’m a scrapbooker (like creative memories, stuff like that) and i really enjoy giving a scrapbook for special occasions. what if you got pictures from the past 40 years, and put them together in an album, with a few stories? it would take a huge amount of work, but maybe your mom and dad would really enjoy a trip down memory lane. if you have siblings, it could be a group project and would make it extra special to your parents. it’s also something your dad could enjoy any time he wants.
  all the best!
QUESTION:
How to plan a 40th wedding anniversary party for my parents?
I need help with everything and some ideas
Between about 0 – ,000 the budget I have got If it comes under 0 that be fanatastic.
- ANSWER:
  For my parents anniversary, we asked the guests to bring some food to share, instead of a gift. It worked out well. We provided beverages, paper products, and cake.
  
  Don’t forget to bring your parents wedding photos to display. We enlarged one and put a paper frame around it, that the guests signed.
QUESTION:
What is given for a 40th wedding anniversary?
What is given to parents for a 40th wedding anniversary? example: paper, crystal?
- ANSWER:
  Ruby is both the traditional and contemporary 40th wedding anniversary gift. If you don’t want to go all out and actually buy a ruby, or you don’t want to leave your Dad out if you buy Mom a necklace or something, just stick with something red – a nice bottle of red wine, gift certificates for a massage and dinner with a big bouquet of red roses, or a red kitchen appliance. Of course, you don’t have to stick with the list either, but your question WAS about those types of things, so don’t listen to people who say you shouldn’t use the lists because they’re lame. I think they can be kind of fun, and they provide inspiration if nothing else. )
QUESTION:
What is the traditional wedding stone or gift associated with a 40th wedding anniversary?
- ANSWER:
  The traditional 40th wedding anniversary gifts are usually ruby – however these can be replaced by garnet as the modern option. Rubies are precious gemstones that are a deep red color. Garnets are darker, almost black, and are the modern alternative to rubies. Ruby jewelry or cufflinks set with rubies make a fantastic 40th wedding anniversary gift but are quite pricey. Garnets are cheaper but look good nonetheless. Garnets are often used in antique jewelry.
QUESTION:
I need ideas for a 40th wedding anniversary party!?
My siblings and I want to do something special for our parents 40th & we do not have a lot of money between us, but our family is quite large, so we know it will cost us. What are some nice ideas that will keep the overall price tag in check? The group size will probably be around 50 people.
Another thing is…. we all live away from home in other states now. So we cannot host.
- ANSWER:
  1st idea would be involve all the family i.e pot luck and have it whoever has the biggest garden
  Then you and siblings can buy your parents a nice gift..such as a night away with dinner.
  
  2nd if you can get a hall at a reasonable price make cheap and tasty food.
  Get the older kids to play DJ
  
  3rd no party, take your parents out for dinner and give them a nice gift..may be a weekend away
QUESTION:
Game for 40th wedding anniversary party?
There’s going to be a family party for my parents 40th anniversary (about 25 people or so). One game we were thinking of doing was a trivia type game where there are questions about them. Like where did they go on their honeymoon, etc. I would appreciate any suggested questions we could add to our list! Thank you!
- ANSWER:
  What type of flowers did the bride have?
  How did he propose?
  What kind of food was served?
  How long after did they have their first child? lol
  Where did they first live?
  How long was their engagement?
QUESTION:
We are planning to take our 40th wedding anniversary in Cyprus?
Where would you recomend for two young 60 year olds? Yes still married after 40 lovely years.
We like gentle strolls and eating nice food in various types of restaurants. We dont dismind beach type holidays but with somewhere to walk in the evenings
- ANSWER:
  Protaras area is very nice:nice sandy beaches(blue flag) and
  big choice of restaurants.
  forget Ayia Napa
  Larnaca area: personally i do not fancy it that much
  Limassol has nice hotels, nice pavement next to the sea for long walks, choice of restaurants
  Pissouri has a great new hotel resort. a bit secluded, but very romantic.great beach and a few tavernas within walking distance
  Pafos area is the best I think: has everything
  Coral Bay: nice beach, few tavernas, bit off road
  Polis/Latsi area: still not that much developed, very quiet,great tavernas, nice for walking
  
  wherever you go it is very nice and cheap to rent a car and drive around.great places to visit, mountain villages are beautiful (Omodos,Lania,Platres,Lofou, Anogyra ), plenty of ancient sites,beautiful beaches and big choice of tavernas
  
  I am sure you will enjoy your holidays
  Happy anniversary !
  
  p.s. my parents will have their 60th anniversary this year and I am planning to give them a trip to Cyprus as a present
QUESTION:
What is the perfect 40th wedding anniversary present?
We want to get them something interesting yet within our budget. We are looking at about 50 – 100 dollars. We would prefer not to get them household items, picture frames, photo albums etc…They have been married for 40 years, they have all that stuff and they were very specific “Please no knick knacks”.
- ANSWER:
  I once went to an anniversary party where the daughter had photos of the couple through the years printed on fabric and made a quilt out of them. It was a bit tacky for outsiders, but the couple loved it.
QUESTION:
we are planning a 40th wedding anniversary renewal in our back yard.?
We will have 40 guests attend our renewal. We have 3 grandchildren. Would it be appropriate to use them as flower girls in this very informal celebration? I thought the grands could walk outside before the bride(me) and stand next to us during the brief ceremony. I would pick some fresh flowers from our garden for each of them to carry.
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QUESTION:
good anniversary presents for 20th wedding anniversary and 40th birthday present?
its my mum and dads 20th wedding anniversary in march and i would like to get them a special present. They are going to france but i do not know what to get them. Also its my mums 40th birthday soon. can anybody think of something good i could get her . thanks
- ANSWER:
  A 20th anniversary is China. Howt about getting them some china such as a dinner set or an ornament. The gemstone is emerald. The flower is the Lily.
  For your mums 40th why not get her something nice like a make over or a massage. Dont get her those 40 badges or silly ornaments as this will make her feel her age. No one wants to feel 40.
QUESTION:
My parents are going to be celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary…?
I’m having a big party for them and I’m wondering why kind of cute ideas you could share with me that would make the night special. I have a super-cute pic of them on their wedding day that I would like to blow up. Also, I would like to incorporate turquoise into the party since that was the color of the bridesmaid’s dresses. I would appreciate any ideas!
- ANSWER:
  Find out who was at their wedding (guests and family). What do they remember about the couple when they were young? What do they remember best about the wedding? If possible, ask them to come to the anniversary party as a surprise to your parents.
  
  What did your parents serve at their wedding? Recreate the menu. What songs were played? Create a playlist.
  
  Everyone will love sharing those happy memories with you and your parents.
QUESTION:
What to buy parents for 40th wedding anniversary?
- ANSWER:
  Hard Question to answer. Depends on how much…If you can afford it or have siblings, try sending them on a cruise
QUESTION:
need help with invitation wording. Our daughter is having her baby baptized on our 40th wedding anniversary?
We are having the baby baptized in the church with a blessing for us and our family on our 40 th wedding anniversary and after we will be having a barbeque at our house. I want to send out invitations but seem to have trouble arranging wording for the double event……………….
- ANSWER:
  “Blessed Twice!”
  
  Please join us as we celebrate the baptism of Mary Jane Smith and the 40th wedding anniversary of her grandparents, Michael and Sarah Jones.
QUESTION:
What do you give for a 40th wedding anniversary?
- ANSWER:
  40th wedding annniversary is the ruby.
  
  I’d get her a nice piece of jewlery with that stone. If you aren’t the hubby or a child perhaps a boquet of Nasturtium (the 40th anniversary flower), a CD with songs from the era they were married in, and a gift certificate for a nice dinner wrapped in a ruby red ribbon.
QUESTION:
Can anyone tell me a free webiste for anniversary present ideas? It’s my uncle’s 40th wedding anniversary
(Ruby) and I am looking for a more modern twist for a present (not Ruby jewellery etc). Thanks
- ANSWER:
  Amazon.com and Target.com have gift finder tools. or just search on yahoo!
QUESTION:
Which flower symbolizes the 40th Ruby Wedding Anniversary?
All over the web it says either the Nasturtium or Gladiolus. Which is correct?
- ANSWER:
  Gladiolus
  
  THE MEANING & SYMBOLISM OF
  gladiolus
  Named for the shape of their leaves, gladioli – from the Latin word “gladius,” meaning sword – have a history than spans from Africa to the Mediterranean. Symbolizing strength and moral integrity, gladioli also represent infatuation, with a bouquet conveying to a recipient that they pierce the giver’s heart with passion. Striking and colorful with towering stems, this August birth flower and 40th wedding anniversary flower evoke the drama of Roman gladiators.
QUESTION:
What are some good ideas for a 40th wedding anniversary party for my parents?
What are some good ideas for a 40th anniversary party for my parents?
Ruby is the color

Games to play
entertainment
centerpieces
favors

thanks a bunch, we don’t have a lot of money so we would like to keep things simple. We have lots of helping hands though!

how corny would a “sock hop” be with possibly an elvis impersonator? I have loads of old records we could hang on the walls and decorate to make centerpieces. would this be a bit cheesy?

Any other ideas would be great! I did find out that the hool a hoop was a craze in 1958. We could have contests with them. lol We will probably have around 75 guests.

any other ideas are welcome. Thinking maybe my uncle or grandpa? dress up as a priest and then have my moms sisters and stuff be dressed up as crazy bridesmaids and do like a mock wedding. what do you think of this?
THANK YOU, for pointing that out! it is their 40th I just can’t do simple math!
- ANSWER:
  Hi. How nice of you to plan a party for your parents.
  
  I am not trying to knock any of your ideas, but I would not do any kind of entertainment (see below), or any other corny (as you said) sock hop or elvis impersonator, or “dressed up” priests, etc. The reason being. I have no idea how old your parents are….but even if they were married young (20?)…that would make them 60 years old. I am 52 myself, and I like to have fun just like the next guy, but I would want a more elegant, quieter anniversry party.
  
  Here is what I would do:
  
  ~ No games
  
  ~ Entertainment: How about just having some music playing from an ipod. You CAN have the music of that era (1968)….Elvis, and such….that would be nice.
  
  Other entertainment: Depending on where the party is….inside or outside? You could make up a big display of picture of your parents (try to keep it a secret). My sister’s and I did this for our parents 50th and it was a big hit. Start with pictures of them dating (if you can find some)….then their marriage….then the kids….other events like vacations….family reunions/weddings….etc. Display them all on a nice board. Maybe someone can help you with this.
  
  OR…..along the same lines…..and people do this at weddings too…..get all of the above mentioned pictures and have them put on to a dvd (there are companies that do this, or if you know someone with this capability, they can do it for you)….usually there is music playing in the background…..then you can show this at the party!!
  
  Either one of the above would be nice and I KNOW would be a hit!
  
  ~ Cake: Is there a way to get a picture of the cake they had at their wedding? Perhaps you can take it to a bakery and they can duplicate the cake! That is one idea.
  
  ~ Centerpieces: Depending on how many tables you have, you can just do something simple like a small vase filled with a couple or roses or red tipped carnations?
  
  ~ A glass bowl filled with some “ruby colored” vase gems and then some floating candles?
  
  OR….again a picture of your parents on their wedding day! Get a bunch of prints made and put them in some cheap frames that you can buy at a dollar store.
  
  That’s it for my ideas! Good luck with the party!
QUESTION:
40th wedding anniversary?
Its my parents 40th wedding anniversary coming up. Does anyone have any good ideas for a gift?
- ANSWER:
  When my Aunt had her 40th, her favorite gift from her kids was a family picture that they had all taken together — she loved that they got together for the gift, and she loved that she didn’t know about it until it was given to her — at a dinner that all of her kids attended.
  
  Traditionally, the 40th anniversary gift is Rubies, so you could add a twist and get a frame that has a couple of rubies on it.
QUESTION:
what songs should I use for my grandparents 40th anniversary photo slide show?
My grandparents 40th wedding anniversary is coming up and my family is putting on a surprise party for them. I’m in charge of putting together a slide show of photos of our whole family we have taken over the last 40 years. I don’t know any songs that i could use for the background music. Our family is very loving, loud, and a little red neck! haha, so if anyone knows any songs i could use, please tell me! THANKS!
- ANSWER:
  I use Skipping Syrtaki by Kenneth Young for my slideshows. :F
QUESTION:
where would you recomend to go to on your 40th wedding anniversary?
- ANSWER:
  I would always say Italy.
  I like Spain but for some reason Italy has that extra undefinable something I know not what that makes it an ideal place for a Ruby wedding celebration
QUESTION:
unusual 40th wedding anniversary gift?
My parents arwn’t into tacky traditional gifts. They don’t drink champagne or wine. I was thinking more along the lines of a gift card for a restaurant.
- ANSWER:
  40 red roses
QUESTION:
Gift ideas for my parent’s 40th wedding anniversary?
We are planning a surprise dinner for my parents. All of the kids and grandkids will be there. But we need a really special gift for them. Any ideas?
- ANSWER:
  You could check out the website – http://www.ExpressionPrints.com – it allows you to upload a photo of your own or use one from their gallery. Then you can add text such as a personal message or love poem on top of the image and it even allows you to apply effects to the photo. You could do two separate gifts – one using a picture of all the ‘kids’ and one with the grandchildren – and on each write a special message regarding their 40 years together and how special it is it to the future generations.
QUESTION:
Family cruise? Our 40th wedding anniversary is this summer. I would love to have a family cruise.?
The problem is: it would be DUTCH. There are 3 adult children and their spouses. No children. We want luxury, a good time and lots of time together. However, the financial resources of our children are not up to that much extravegance. Any ideas? How to get the biggest bang for our buck? Say a 5 day cruise ?
- ANSWER:
  I would say the best bang for your buck on a nice cruise ship would be Royal Caribbean. Its a great family cruise line with beautiful ships loaded with nice amenities. The best deal would be a cruise during the off-peak season. You can do a 5 night Caribbean cruise on Royal in September starting at about 9pp. Princess is another nice one. A little bit more expensive but its an option. Its a nice 6-night deal for you departing Barbados in May starting at 9pp. Check out these deals an more at link below.
  
  http://vacationstogo.com/index.cfm
  
  Hope I helped!
QUESTION:
Any suggestions for a 40th wedding anniversary gift?
Think it’s Ruby wedding. Something £20-30 please? In particular something useful rather than a piece of Ruby glass. Can you perhaps suggest any garden plants with the name ‘ruby’? Thanks
- ANSWER:
  i know theres a rose called ruby my next door neighbours a keen gardener and its also her daughters name-just google it
QUESTION:
What can my brothers and I do for our parent’s 40th Wedding Anniversary?
My parents do not need ANYTHING. They are trying to get rid of stuff and be clutter free. They have a condo on the beach and a cabin in the mountains. We think an experience (ie balloon ride or the opportunity to dine in the kitchen at the 4 seasons) would be fun. We are willing to spend 0 max. Any suggestions?
- ANSWER:
  our children sent us to Renfro Valley -in KY for our 25th…for our 40th…I think they forgot that this was a biggie for me and their dad….I wanted to go to Nashville to the Grand Ole Opry…that also would be your parents timeline of music…just an idea.
  God bless for caring and loving them and trying to do something special for them on this great day….you are blessed.
QUESTION:
My parent’s 40th wedding anniversary is coming up – how should I honor it?
- ANSWER:
  Lyndsi has some great ideas with the vow renewal. However, that is a choice the couple has to make and not the son.
  
  The other idea about the slideshow was also fantastic. Perhaps the children and grands can put on a small skit or play about how the couple met, or acts… Or do a presentation to the couple.
  
  Photos ‘then’ and ‘now’ in a nice frame is also good. A wedding anniversary certificate is nice as well.
QUESTION:
what is the traditional gift for 40th wedding anniversary?
- ANSWER:
  40th Anniversary Traditional Gift: Ruby.
  40th Anniversary Contemporary/Modern Gift: Ruby.
  40th Anniversary Gemstone: Ruby, because rubies are thought to possess an eternal inner flame which is a symbol that the passion in a marriage is still very alive and strong after 40 years together.
  40th Anniversary Color: Ruby red.
  40th Anniversary Flower: Nasturtium
QUESTION:
Any ideas to honor my parents on the 40th Wedding Anniversary?
I would like to honor them on this special occasion but I am not sure how. I don’t want to make it too emotional because we just lost my older sister four months ago and we are all still grieving. Any good ideas for me?
- ANSWER:
  Check their wedding photos and other information to see if you can locate and include their wedding party members in the party. Put together a scrapbook within which family, friends, and others can provide anecdotes, stories, photos, etc., all of which celebrate their forty (!) years together. Pull out those old photo albums and collections of letters and include those which might have the most meaning for them.
  
  Your sister would have wanted them to celebrate, I’m sure; just let them know how much you all love them and how happy you all are that they have remained a couple all this time. Encourage them to celebrate, if only for a short time.
  
  Make it a special day for all of you.
QUESTION:
What are some ideas for my in-laws 40th wedding anniversary celebration in N.J.?
- ANSWER:
  What area of NJ? Maybe you Can have like a nice cocktail party in their honor or something like that. THe place that I got married Michele’s in Garfield NJ has the most amazing appetizers.
QUESTION:
What is 40th Wedding Anniversary considered?
- ANSWER:
  Ruby, because rubies are thought to possess an eternal inner flame which is a symbol that the passion in a marriage is still very alive and strong after 40 years together.
QUESTION:
heard: To day is your 40th wedding anniversary and you are fit for ten more years,any crashing plan?
he goes pensive and she is distracted!
- ANSWER:
  I know it’s late, and I’ve worked a really long day but I do not have a clue what you are asking. Maybe I’ve lost the ability to comprehend English.
QUESTION:
What is the special gift for the 40 year wedding anniversary?
I’m talking about the “silver” anniversary,”and that sort of thing.I have to get a gift for a couple’s 40 wedding anniversary.Thanks for you help.I appreciate it.
- ANSWER:
  The traditional wedding gift for the 40th anniversary is rubies.
  
  Rubies are thought to possess an eternal inner flame which is a symbol that the passion in a marriage is still very alive and strong after 40 years together.
  
  If rubies are too costly, consider ruby red collored gifts, like a vase, wine glasses, or perhaps a trinket box.
QUESTION:
I am planning on giving my mom and dad a 40th wedding anniversary party, any suggestions?
When they got married they had a very small wedding and no reception. I thought it would be nice to give them the wedding reception they never had. Not sure how big is too big.
- ANSWER:
  Nothing is too good for your parents, they will appreciate anything you do!
QUESTION:
Hi,We are planning a nice romantic week away for our 40th wedding anniversary somewhere warm?
- ANSWER:
  Cyprus. Specifically The Columbia Beach Resort in Pissouri. We spent part of our honeymoon there and it was the height of luxury and fabulously beautiful. It’s only a four and a half hour flight away and is followed by a short Limousine transfer, so you don’t waste an entire day travelling. Have a fabulous time and congratulations!
QUESTION:
How do you celebrate your wedding anniversary?
It’s not long until our 40th wedding anniversary and I’ve been thinking about how to celebrate. We really are not party people but have children, grandchildren and friends who might be interested in a get-together of some sort. I’ve also thought about a special vacation with just me and my husband. Our anniversary is in April. What are your thoughts on this subject?
I don’t know who’s doing the Thumbs Down but it’s not me. Dang Trolls anyway!!!! Please don’t get your feelings hurt. I love all the answers.
- ANSWER:
  Think for a minute….
  What have you always wanted to do but never had the time to do? Where would you go? What would you see? How would you get there?
  Goodness gracious, hon. Do it.
  You and your beau will never have another opportunity like you have right now. Don’t delay, do it today. (Someone else said that first but I’ll borrow it for a minute).
  And give the old boy a kiss….like you meant it.
QUESTION:
Looking for extra memorable things to do while visiting west of Denver, for are 40th wedding anniversary?
something romantic, addventursome, or a little errotic’ as we tour the CO. mountains in our yellow Mustang convertible, maybe even something off the betten path. Thanks in advance for the great help…
- ANSWER:
  I can recommend an awesome B&B that caters to couples… it’s called Romantic Riversong and it’s in Estes Park, at the foot of Rocky Mountain National Park. My husband and I were married there and return every year for our anniversary. Check out their website. I highly recommend the room called “Indian Paintbrush” with their special “swinging bed!” Have a great trip and congrats on 40 years!
QUESTION:
what is a 40th wedding anniversary called?
- ANSWER:
  That would be your / their Ruby wedding.
  
  Red presents, Big 40′s, and bottles of Ruby Port are a must!!