A couple could prepare a special treat like a home - made dessert. They can also exchange love letters that they've written before the wedding. Another idea is to take a walk outside under the stars, holding hands and enjoying the quiet of the night. Decorating their bedroom with fresh flowers can also add a touch of beauty and romance to the night.
In some European traditions, there were stories about how the couple would be given a special room in the family home for their first night. The room would be decorated with flowers and candles. And the family would gather outside the room briefly to offer their well - wishes. It was a way to mark the importance of the night and the new chapter in the couple's life. The couple would then spend the night sharing their hopes and dreams for the future.
Well, for some, it can be a bit awkward. There might be a lot of nervousness. But often, it's also a time to start getting to know each other on a more personal level. You might just sit and talk about your families, your hobbies, and your dreams.
One story could be about a young couple in an arranged marriage. On their first night, they were both extremely nervous. The bride was shyly sitting on the bed while the groom was fumbling with his words, trying to break the ice. They finally started talking about their families and common interests, which made the awkwardness fade away slowly.
There was a couple where the groom surprised the bride with a hand - made scrapbook on their marriage first night. It was filled with pictures of their journey together from the first date to the wedding day. The bride was so touched that it became a very emotional and memorable start to their married life. They spent the whole night looking at the scrapbook and reminiscing.
One story could be that the couple spent their first night talking about their future dreams and plans until the early hours. They were so excited to start this new journey together that they didn't even notice the time passing.
By giving each other massages. It's a great way to relax and show care for one another. It also allows for physical closeness in a non - sexual way. For instance, a husband might give his wife a foot massage after she's been in heels all day at the wedding.
One story could be that on their first night, a couple, who had an arranged marriage, finally got to talk freely. They shared their dreams and fears. The husband told the wife about his plan to start a small business, and the wife shared her love for painting. They ended up looking at the stars from their balcony, feeling a newfound closeness.
A couple I know had their first night after marriage in a beautiful cottage by the lake. They had planned a very romantic evening. They lit candles all around the room, played soft music, and danced slowly. Then they exchanged hand - written letters to each other, expressing their love and gratitude. It was a night filled with so much love and tenderness that they would always remember.