Do you know what “Jumping the Broom” means? Let us explain…you can use this as your “something new” ya learned today. Jumping the broom is a beautiful #weddingtradition with roots in African American history.
It symbolizes sweeping away the old and welcoming a new beginning as a married couple. This custom dates back to the 18th century during slavery in the United States when enslaved people couldn’t legally marry. Instead, they created their own meaningful rituals, with the broom representing their domestic life and commitment.
Weddings are expensive. There’s no way around it. But that doesn’t mean you have to go into debt to have the wedding of your dreams. With a little bit of planning and forethought, you can have a beautiful wedding on a budget.
Here are our top 5 tips for budgeting your wedding: