Not everything that comes to us from Europe is beneficial. The European way of life, the desire to be like "them", has led to the fact that the institution of the family in the last 30 years has lost its original meaning for many young people. Career, material security and unwillingness to take responsibility for other people came first.
It all starts with family
Various state programs are trying to revive family traditions today, and, I must say, not unsuccessfully. The festival of love, family and fidelity is one of the programs that, despite its youth, has already been loved by millions of our fellow citizens.
The family as a social institution and an instrument of influence began to lose its significance in the mid-80s of the last century. Although, while there was an “indestructible union”, attempts to preserve the “cell of society” were actively undertaken. Local committees, trade union committees, and assemblies in every possible way opposed divorce, inventing all kinds of penalties and conducting explanatory conversations with "immoral" employees. With the entry into the era of freedom and democracy, there was no one to observe the moral character of citizens, and families began to disintegrate more often.
In the troubled times of change, the question of financial well-being came first. Those families that were created in the early 90's, as they could bring up the younger generation. As a result, we got a society in which family values and traditions were almost lost.
Chamomile
Each holiday should have its own special symbol. The feast of love, family and fidelity is no exception. A daisy is chosen as the symbol - the most favorite wildflower, symbolizing purity, fidelity and tenderness. In addition, almost all lovers guess on her petals: "loves - does not love." This symbol is also depicted on one side of the coin, which was released specifically for this holiday.
The origins
The holiday of love, family and fidelity, whose history is not familiar to everyone, sends us to the city of Murom in the distant 1203. It was there that the touching story of the great prince of Murom, Peter, and his wife Fevronia, known for her medicinal abilities and wisdom, began and ended.
The prince refused to rule for the sake of his beloved, but the people and the boyars persuaded him to return, accepting Phephonius as his legal wife and princess. The couple lived long happy years, ruled wisely and died on the same day. And even after death, when, according to the rules, they were buried in different monasteries, Peter and Fevronia were in the same tomb. This phenomenon was called a miracle. Although in the history of Russia there are many examples when the couple shared grief, remaining faithful.
One such example is the family of Prince Dmitry Donskoy. His wife, Princess Evdokia, not only supported Dmitry and blessed on military campaigns in defense of the Russian lands. She became the keeper of the hearth, kept the Kremlin in strictness and order, gave birth to the prince twelve children. After the death of Dmitry Donskoy, Evdokia remained faithful to him.
But perhaps the most striking example of family fidelity is the example of the Romanov family. Emperor Nicholas II and his wife Alexandra Fedorovna lived a happy life, loved each other and remained faithful to their last breath. Despite the terrible trials that the imperial family underwent, they could not be separated even to save their lives.
Church
At the source of many holidays is the church. In addition, she calls for keeping the family. The feast of love, family and fidelity is also relevant to the church. It is celebrated on July 8, on this day Peter and Fevronia died. They were very revered, and almost 300 years after death, they were elevated to the rank of saints. Until now, everyone who dreams of a strong and happy family, come to worship the relics of saints in the Holy Trinity Monastery of the city of Murom. In the same place, between the male and female monastery, in the Monastery Glade, a monument to the couple of Peter and Fevronia was erected.
State scale
The Day of Family, Love and Fidelity was introduced in 2008 as part of the state family support program. The medal “For Fidelity” was specially made: on one side - Saints Peter and Fevronia, on the other - a symbol of fidelity - chamomile. In addition, in many cities of Russia there are monuments not only to saints, but also monuments depicting a family.
Events are held in city parks and in the countryside. In the squares you can not only become a witness, but also a participant in the street performance. The organizers of the celebration are not only the city administration. Many foundations try to support this day the holiday of love, family and fidelity. Congratulation also sounds from the first persons of the state, from your favorite actors and pop stars. Charity concerts held on this day give joy not only to the audience, but also to small children left without parents.
wedding ceremony
Couples planning to start a family try to do it precisely on July 8, as it is believed that the union concluded on this day will be happy. That is why there are so many beautiful white dresses and shining eyes!
In addition, it is rare to meet so many couples who are worthy of respect and imitation, because a holiday - the Day of family, love and fidelity - is a very good occasion to reward married unions that have managed to maintain love and loyalty to each other for 25 years or more. It was for them that the medal “For Love and Fidelity” was created, which, along with other gifts, is given by the festival organizers, representatives of various foundations and the city administration.
The only thing that cannot be done on this day is to get married. The feast of love, family and fidelity falls at the end of Petrov Lent, so the wedding should be postponed until July 13.
School education
School helps to nurture family values . Holiday Day of love, family and fidelity falls on the summer holidays, but teachers do not bypass this topic. Educational hours, extracurricular and extracurricular activities attract large audiences. Parents are happy to watch the performance of their children, take part in games and competitions.
The state places great responsibility on the school not only for the knowledge that children acquire, but also for the moral principles and human qualities that the school brings up. Helps in this holiday of love, family and fidelity. The scenario of the event is drawn up by teachers with the children. This approach to organizing celebrations not only develops creative abilities and helps to find talents, but also unites them.
The smallest
Watching the kids during their performances is fun and touching. Their childish sincerity and spontaneity touches. The festival of love, family and fidelity in the DOW always attracts a large audience. Performances of small artists help to unite families and build relationships in the children's team, because kindergarten is also a family. This is where the child spends most of his time.
Communicating children in the garden is an important point. Carers should pay special attention to the climate in the team. The ability to communicate and build relationships with each other, respect and help is laid at this age.
So, how to spend a holiday of love, family and fidelity? The scenario needs to be counted on for no more than 30-45 minutes, because for children from 3 to 6 years it is difficult to concentrate on one event, no matter how interesting it may be.
As decorations for the hall, in addition to traditional balloons, you can choose children's drawings about the family, photos from family albums.
Holiday Script Option
Presenter: "Grandmothers and mothers, brothers, sisters and fathers, grandfathers, uncles and aunts! Good afternoon! How wonderful it is to spend the Day of love, family and fidelity together! And the smallest ones begin our festive concert!"
Children come out and sing a song about the family
Q: "Dear adults, for each of you, the word" family "has its own meaning, let's listen to what your kids say about the family!"
On the screen, a video is sliced with children's statements about the family.
Q: "Each holiday must have its own sign, symbol. Our family celebration also has it."
A girl in a daisy costume comes out and recites poems:
"White daisy - the sun in the middle,
On the edges of the petals are ice-white.
I'll pick a daisy, sit down, tell fortunes
That he loves me, now I know for sure!
(distributes daisies to all guests) "
R: "Let each of you now live a little sun and warm your family!"
Q: "Morning is always good, when the house smells of pastries, when all the relatives gather at a large table! And to make the feast tasty, let's ask our grandmother for our beloved pancakes!"
Children come out and sing the song "Grandma, bake pancakes"
Q: "It is always customary in the family to help. And since we are also a big family, let's see how the guys know how to help each other."
Competition for the best tie for boys and the best hairstyle for girls.
Q: "And now our guys will tell how much they love their dads and mothers."
Children come out and read poems about parents.
Q: "And at the end of our holiday, let's remember the most touching moments from the history of each family."
A presentation appears on the screen, created from family photos of all the participants of the holiday, accompanied by a song about the family.
The holiday of love, family and fidelity in kindergarten is a very important event, however, like other holidays. To cultivate a love for the family is necessary not only in children, but also in their parents. The more often such events take place, the sooner peace and harmony will be in our families.