According to Wikipedia: "In some parts of Great Britain it is considered lucky for a bride to see a chimney sweep on her wedding day. Many modern British sweeps hire themselves out to attend weddings in pursuance of this tradition. It is also considered good luck to shake hands with a chimney sweep or to be blown a kiss by one."
When we met with the lady at the church (a lovely woman from Lancashire who immigrated to Canada in the 60's), she said that she knew of someone who would gladly dress up as a chimney sweep. It seems a bit cheesy but I'm also quite superstitious so maybe we will take her up on that offer...
4 comments:
I've never heard of that. But it's an interesting tradition. Not to mention the potential for a great photo op!
Don't you just love the scene with Mary Poppins and all the chimney sweeps? Thats what you will be like. I agree with sarah the photos will be so fun!
you know the song in mary poppins,there are words just like that about blowing a kiss to a lady etc. i dont know if there are any specific swiss customs, but i want to try and find out
My mom has mentioned this -- she herself is a Lancashire lass ;o)
My family (well, the English side anyway) also tries to follow the New Year's custom of "first footing." My grandfather usually does it, since he's male and dark haired (at least he used to be, lol). He carries with him a log for the fire (instead of coal), money, bread and wine (so we will have warmth, money, food and drink in the new year).
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