The Harvest Season and Marriage Proposals

Do you know the #1 holiday when most marriage proposals occur? Valentine's seems like the logical occasion, however,  Christmas leads the pack with New Year's and Thanksgiving ranking #3 and #4, respectively. Cupid's day ranks #2.

Why do thoughts of marriage begin swirling in sync with falling leaves? In the U.S., the tradition takes root when we were primarily an agricultural nation, and proposals began after crops were harvested. I suppose with the storehouse full and long days of summer sun gone, thoughts of cold, wintry nights had young men and women thinking ahead.

And, if yesteryear's couples followed today's trends, it's likely they would have married in Las Vegas, Gatlinburg, Tennessee or New Orleans, the top three wedding cities in the U.S. Strange, because when you think of Vegas, waving sheaves of wheat aren't top of mind.

As we wait for the harvest of our lives (Matthew 13:30), let us remember that while corn may not grow in Vegas like sugar grows near Nawlins, we are all part of the wedding party. Our role may vary, but our soul doesn't tarry. With Christ, we're all headed to the chapel of love. Amen!

Love & Light,
Cheryl