This February love is truly in the air. Not only will couples celebrate their love for one and other on Valentine’s Day, but many will make the ultimate commitment and say “I Do” during National Wedding Month. This year, the month of love gets a little something extra as it’s a leap year. While Valentine’s Day is typically the busiest day in February for weddings, on leap year Feb. 29 gets added to this list. Perhaps couples choose leap day so it’s harder to forget their wedding date, economically they don’t have to pay for anniversaries each year, or perhaps they just want to make their special day a little more special.
In the spirit of love and weddings, here are a few fun facts:
- The average engagement ring costs $4,411.
- The average American engagement lasts 16 months.
- Las Vegas is the top wedding destination with 100,000 weddings taking place every year. Hawaii comes in second with 25,000 weddings per year.
- The average wedding has 5 bridesmaids and 5 groomsmen.
- The average cost of a wedding is roughly $26,000.
Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day, a wedding, or both – we have the perfect option for gift giving during the month of love.
When you buy a necklace, or “kambulago”, from Hope for Hearts, you’re not just getting a piece of jewelry, you’re providing hope for an orphaned child in Uganda. A Hope for Hearts necklace is the gift that gives twice. The recipient receives a beautiful, handmade necklace and an orphaned child in Uganda receives an opportunity to turn her life around. Talk about girl power!
Kambulagos make a fun, affordable gift for bridesmaids, significant others, children, teachers, etc. Additionally, when given to/from children for Valentine’s Day, parents can also use it as a lesson to show how love comes in many different forms and the ability to spread that love even farther through charitable gifting (buying gifts that also support non-profit causes).
These eco-friendly necklaces are handmade from recycled paper and come in a variety of colors, ensuring that each necklace is truly one-of-a-kind (as a bonus, you can match the color to your wedding theme). Available in 16”, 19”, 24” and 36” single or triple strands (approximate length when beads are placed around the neck) each necklace costs $15-30 plus shipping. There’s even a heart-shaped one that is perfect for Valentine’s Day!
This February, whether you’re getting ready to say “I do” or say “I Love You”, don’t forget to share that love and hope with those in need.
With Love,
Cristen
