Bethany C. Meyers Instagram – At Kilmer’s first birthday party, we did something I’m calling a wish ceremony. It was so sweet and special that I figured I’d share it here in in case anyone wants to adapt for a special occasion they may have coming up🩵
I wanted a way to express to our guests that this wasn’t just about celebrating a one year olds birthday, it was about celebrating our family and surrounding our family with encouragement as we continue past our first year. (Read: art of gathering by priya parker)
So I got little crystal rocks in Kilmer’s birth stone, aquamarine. The stone symbolizes happiness, hope and everlasting youth. In ancient times it was thought to be the stone that protects those by the sea and the treasure of mermaids because its protection powers increase when immersed in water. (Very fitting given our recent move oceanside)
I asked everyone to take one and whisper a wish or prayer for our family to the stone. Together we walked to the beach, had a little moment of silence and then on three, threw the blessed pebbles into the ocean. (swipe for a photos)
It was such a beautiful moment, I tear up every time I think about it. Grateful for our village and for friends and family who want the best for us 🩵🩵 // @nicotortorella
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