Jumping the Broom Magazine

the BroomA Wedding Guide for

Women of Color

Volume 3 Issue 2

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What is Jumping the Broom?

It is an African American tradition relating to wedding ceremonies. Jumping the Broom

signifies a remembrance of cultural heritage and the beginning of making a home together.

Our cover model hails from the Philippines. Dinah, her husband and I became fast friends during our make-up and photo session. Thanks to Jordan’s Modern Bride and Groom for allowing us time to select a dress for this cover shoot! Jordan’s is located on O’Neil Court and has a wide selection of dresses in stock. And thanks to Natasha of Mahogany, Inc., for doing a great job on Dinah’s make-up.

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From the Desk of the Founder

Filipino Wedding Traditions God’s Plan for Marriage Planning a Destination Wedding? The JTB Biz List Fascinators

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South Carolina’s Only Multi-Cultural Bridal Show

Bridal Show

3rd Annual

Over 60 exhibitors featuring:•Bridal Show with Traditional Wedding Attire

•Live Music and Cultural Dancing Entertainment•Exclusive Showing of Kena Tangi Dorsey’s

Jumping the Broom: A Musical•Dozens of Door Prizes and Giveaways

October 21, 20122 p.m. - 5 p.m.Admission: $7

DoubleTree by Hilton2100 Bush River RoadColumbia, SC 29210

Come DISCOVER South Carolina’s exceptional wedding vendors who CELEBRATE your rich cultural

traditions by seamlessly fusing them with modern luxuries at South Carolina’s ONLY multi-cultural bridal show!

Are you a sponsor, advertiser or vendor intersted in MAXIMIZING your exposure, INCREASING sales

leads and BOOSTING your brand image ?

Contact Michelle Rivera at (803) 543-9574 or [email protected] to learn more about our

sponsorship, advertising and vendor opportunities.

Photo Credit: Anita Brewer, A&B Photo Service

Founder / Publisher

Layout & Web DesignerAnita Brewer

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Jumping the Broom believes that the information contained in this publication is accurate. However, the information is not warranted and Jumping the Broom does not assume any liability or responsibility

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From the Desk of the Founder

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the Broom Many of you have asked why I produce this magazine, wondering whether it is just to showcase my photography business or to help my friends in the wedding industry. Simply put, I produce this magazine to help YOU - small business owners who faithfully open your doors every day and often work ten hour days and six days a week to care for your families.

There is no doubt, when done well, that advertising is what WILL help your business

grow, something I know you hear all the time from ad salespersons. I also know that you wonder how you, as a sole proprietor using each and every dollar to buy food, put gas in the car, pay rent, etc., can afford to buy ads in magazines, newspapers, on television, radio, or internet. Well, just like a car cannot go anywhere without gasoline, you sacrifice something to get that needed gasoline; or you budget or set aside money to buy gasoline. It’s the same for your business: Advertising is that important fuel you need to help make your business grow. That is the reason I produce JUMPING THE BROOM. I know how vital advertising is to the success of any business, and I created JUMPING THE BROOM to give myself and other small business owners the opportunity to get their name in front of thousands of customers at a very economical ad rate. Tell me where you can buy an ad for about $100.00 and get 5,000 full-color, expertly printed copies of a wedding magazine distributed in Columbia, Sumter, Camden, and Orangeburg and also have your ad online reaching thousands more consumers!

Yes, it’s a struggle to just make my monthly budget in these difficult economic times. However, I will continue to produce JUMPING THE BROOM magazine and offer low advertising rates to help others succeed! YOU are why I produce JUMPING THE BROOM. I am doing my best to find interesting articles, to publish them with the highest quality I can afford, and to drive all around South Carolina -and soon parts of Georgia- to distribute the magazines to doctors’ offices, restaurants, bridal shops, barber and beauty salons, and churches to help YOUR business grow. So, just think how disappointed I am when I see 10 or 20 JUMPING THE BROOM magazines sitting in the back of your car and weathered by the sun. Think how hurt I am when I come into your store and the same 25 magazines I gave you three months prior are pushed to the back shelf far from your customers reach. Can I count on you to do your best and help me get just ONE new reader of JUMPING THE BROOM today or ONE new advertiser? In return, I promise if you help me, I AM going to do my best to help you! It’s more than a job to me – it’s my mission.

Here are the facts: JUMPING THE BROOM magazine has the lowest advertising rates, the HIGHEST quality printing by a printer right here in South Carolina, a website designed and built by a local student with a total of more than 100,000 hits, and a readership of its printed version at 15,000. Help your business grow by advertising in JUMPING THE BROOM’s December issue! Support a local small business owner today!

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South Carolina’s Only Multi-Cultural Bridal Show

Bridal Show

3rd Annual

Over 60 exhibitors featuring:•Bridal Show with Traditional Wedding Attire

•Live Music and Cultural Dancing Entertainment•Exclusive Showing of Kena Tangi Dorsey’s

Jumping the Broom: A Musical•Dozens of Door Prizes and Giveaways

October 21, 20122 p.m. - 5 p.m.Admission: $7

DoubleTree by Hilton2100 Bush River RoadColumbia, SC 29210

Come DISCOVER South Carolina’s exceptional wedding vendors who CELEBRATE your rich cultural

traditions by seamlessly fusing them with modern luxuries at South Carolina’s ONLY multi-cultural bridal show!

Are you a sponsor, advertiser or vendor intersted in MAXIMIZING your exposure, INCREASING sales

leads and BOOSTING your brand image ?

Contact Michelle Rivera at (803) 543-9574 or [email protected] to learn more about our

sponsorship, advertising and vendor opportunities.

Photo Credit: Anita Brewer, A&B Photo Service

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Modern Filipino weddings, or “kasalan,” have strong Western influences, a fact not surprising since the history of the Filipino people is inundated with more than 300 years of foreign cultural input including the Spanish, Americans, and Chinese. From the white bridal dress to the throwing of the bouquet, Filipino weddings reflect a melting pot tendency of the people and have resulted in a unique and colorful tradition that marries Eastern and Western beliefs. The ceremony often involves sponsors, called “ninongs” and “ninangs,” or “godparents,” for both the bride and groom. Traditionally, the groom’s family pays for the wedding and the grandparents act as the primary witnesses or sponsors. The bride’s gown is often custom made, and both the bride and groom wear white. Before the white wedding dress became “de rigeur” for brides in Filipino weddings, the “traje de boda” or wedding ensemble was primarily the best dress the bride could get her hands on and did not have to be white. The groom wears a sheer, long-sleeve button-up shirt or embroidered tunic (barong tagalog) that is worn untucked over black pants with a white t-shirt underneath. Barongs are usually made from pina, or pineapple leaf fibers.

The entourage consists of, at the very least, one flower girl, ring bearer, best man, maid of owner, and two or more sets each of principal (ninongs and ninangs) and secondary sponsors. It is also expected that female entourage members reflect the color scheme, like mint green and ecru which are popular colors, while male members echo the groom’s dress. Most weddings are performed in the Catholic Church. Garden weddings, on the other hand, are frowned upon because the ceremony is not performed on holy ground.

Parents of the groom meet the parents of the bride, often for the first time, during the engagement called “Pamanhikan”. This is the phase of the wedding tradition where the groom’s parents ask the bride’s parents for their daughter’s hand in marriage. This phase is often accompanied with a gift, a home-cooked item from the groom’s mother. Today, gift-giving might be out of date in the modern world;

however, presenting the parents of the bride or groom with a gift based on tradition will likely be well-received and appreciated. The groom presents his bride with 13 gold pieces as a pledge of his dedication to his wife and the welfare of his children. These are carried in by a coin bearer who walks with the ring bearer. A white cord is draped around the couple’s shoulders as a bond of infinite marriage, and veils of white tulle are draped on the bride’s head and groom’s shoulders to symbolize two people clothed as one.

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Other traditions include the bride’s being banned from wearing pearls, which symbolizes sadness in the marriage, and getting married in the same year as a sibling, a “sukob” which will bring bad luck. The reception is considered below par if overflowing food and drink is lacking. No special occasion is complete without “lechon,” a whole roasted pig. In some provinces, a money dance ensues in which the bride and groom take to the floor, and guests compete with each other in pinning the largest amount on the bride’s veil or skirt. The bride’s side tries to outdo the groom’s side and usually done in the spirit of fun.

Symbolizing the unity of the couple is the lighting of a unity candle. Here, two separate candles are held by the bride and groom to represent the joining of the two families. The lighting of the unity candle also invokes the light of Christ. The bouquet is not tossed but rather offered to a favorite saint, virgin, or placed on the grave of a loved one. Raindrops are considered to bring prosperity and happiness and are symbolized in the tossing of rice at the newlyweds. Filipino culture, with its strong family traditions, places a high regard on the sanctity of marriage, and its wedding ceremonies are considered among the most beautiful in the world.


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God's plan for marriage is introduced in the Old Testament in Genesis 2:24 and repeated in the New Testament in Matthew 19:51 and in Ephesians 5:31. Perfect in its establishment, marriage was a lifetime commitment between a man and a woman.

We also see in Genesis 2:18 that God never intended for man to be alone. The very bone from which woman was grafted came from man, and then presented to man in order to complete him (Genesis 2:23). God created man and woman in His image (Genesis 1:26) with physical and emotional needs that only another human being could meet.

Parents, as we know them, were not in Eden. God's plan, however, extended to the future with His formula for oneness in marriage. The partners, man and woman, are to "leave" their parents and "be joined" or “cleave,” as stated in the King James Version, in order to become one (Genesis 2:24). They are to be willing to lay aside all that pertains to their old loyalties and lifestyles of separate goals and plans and to be joined to one another. This "joining" refers to a strong, enduring bond, making one unit bound together by unconditional commitment, love, and acceptance. The result is a combined unit much stronger than either individual had separately (Ecclesiastics 4:9-12).

Marriage, then, is a covenant commitment, a vow made to God and the partner, not only to love but also to be faithful and to endure in this lifelong exclusive relationship (Matthew 19:6). As such, no other human relationship is to supersede the bond between husband and wife, not even a parent or child.

One can consider marriage as a threefold miracle: It is a biological miracle by which two people actually become one flesh; it is a social miracle through which two families are grafted together; and it is a spiritual miracle because the marriage relationship pictures the union of Christ and His bride, the church (Ephesians 5:23-27). God clearly intended transparency and openness as part

of His plan for the marriage relationship…vulnerability without shame (Genesis 2:25).

We know that the bond between a man and woman in marriage is never easy or free from Satanic attack or the trials of life. The couple will experience those times when all efforts to make the marriage work seem fruitless. However, when these moments come…and the supernatural intermingles with the natural, you will be assured that our heavenly home is real. My hope for you through this article is that the ideas and counsel shared will help your home to grow into a spiritual environment in which husband, wife, and children can manifest the love of God while serving Him in family and secret devotion.

Here are five tips to keep your marriage healthy and strong:

Tip #1: Pray Together

Set aside time each day to pray with your spouse. Ask God to fill you with the His Holy Spirit and to give you strength for the day ahead. I believe the power of praying together can bring you closer as you care for each other every day. Your caring thoughts about what the day ahead holds for your partner will go beyond the physical realm to emotional and spiritual realms. Praying together develops true intimacy with each other and with God.

Tip #2: Read Together

Set aside time each day, or at least once a week, to read the Bible together. This might also be described as a time of devotion. Observing time each weekday morning to read the Bible and pray together can pay big dividends in bringing you closer together. You may have to commit to rising 30 minutes earlier every day, but it is well worth the investment.

Tip #3: Commit to Making Important Decisions Together

Major decisions, like financial ones, are best decided as a couple. For example, one of the greatest areas of strain in a marriage is the sphere of finances. As a couple, you should discuss your finances on a regular basis even if one of you is better at handling the practical aspects, like paying the bills and balancing the check book. If you agree to come to mutual decisions on how the finances are handled, you will find the trust between you and your partner strengthened. Also, and importantly, in your commitment to make important decisions together, you won't want to keep secrets from each other; for secrets, more often than not, tend to be destructive for you and your partner. Sharing together in important decisions is one of the best ways to develop trust as a couple.

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Tip #4: Attend Church Together

Find a place of worship where you and your spouse will not only attend together but also enjoy areas of mutual interest, such as serving in a ministry and making Christian friends together. The Bible says in Hebrews 10:24-25 that one of the best ways we can stir up love and encourage good deeds is by remaining faithful to the Body of Christ by meeting together regularly as believers.

Tip #5: Continue Dating

Once married, couples often neglect the area of romance, especially after children come along. Continuing a dating life may take some strategic planning on your part as a couple, but it is vital to maintaining a secure and intimate marriage. Keeping the romantic love alive will also be a bold testimony to the strength of your Christian marriage. So plan to set aside special time regularly to continue developing your romance.

Falling in love may have seemed effortless, but keeping a loving and healthy marriage strong will take ongoing work. The good news is—Building a healthy marriage is not complicated or difficult if you're determined to follow a few basic principles. Let’s Stay Together!

Rev. Johnny Ray Noble, Ph.D is a native of Houston, Texas. He is a Clinical

Counseling Psychologist and Pastor of Second Nazareth Baptist Church.

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Have you ever imagined a romantic island destination wedding for your special day? Aaaaah, to feel the cool ocean mist caress your cheek as you and the one you love come together in holy matrimony… Just imagine walking barefoot in the sand with a sweet serenade of the ocean waves, rocking to and fro like the melodious sound of the guitar calling one’s name. Then, walk a few more steps into the open air veranda adorned with a breath-taking cascade of exotic flowers to cut your cake; open

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Sounds good but too far away and too many flights and lay-overs for your guests to attend? Well, do I have a secret to share with you! There is an oasis waiting for you less than five hours away from Columbia and the Midlands. It’s none other than the beautiful Casa Marina Hotel, located in Jacksonville Beach, Florida.

Casa Marina, like a “radiantly defined grand lady and still turning heads,” first opened its doors in


1925 and was immediately recognized as one of the world’s finest beaches. A few years earlier in 1919, the Jacksonville train terminal opened, and everybody who was anybody came southward to Florida, including the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, John D. Rockefeller, President Harry S. Truman and President Franklin D. Roosevelt. And, long before Hollywood, the movie industry was booming in Jacksonville, and Chaplin and Pickford, among others, made appearances there. Jacksonville was “hot” in the 1920’s.

During World War II, the U.S. government appropriated the Casa Marina for military housing. A succession of owners followed, each passionate about restoring and remodeling the Casa Marina into private residences and an

assortment of businesses...a clothing store, a 37-room apartment building and a restaurant. The hotel closed for a while and reopened in 1991 with a veranda and third-story penthouse added. Some say that the Penthouse Lounge enjoys its own notoriety with one of the most stunning views of the Florida coastline.

In 2005, Casa Marina, with its Spanish-Mediterranean design, was listed by the National Trust for Historic Preservation as one of the Historic Hotels of America. You have got to see this magnificent 24-room beach front marina for that special wedding day or just a weekend getaway. With beautiful rooms, some that overlook the Atlantic Ocean, Casa Marina makes for a romantic setting for you and your loved one.

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To get information on planning your special day, call Rebekah Blakely at (904) 270.0025 or email her at [email protected]. For those who just want to relax and enjoy a weekend getaway in one of their Ocean View Rooms, booking a reservation is also easy. Rates start at $79 a night. Use Reference Code IC79, which is valid Sunday to Thursday excluding Holidays.

While there, you might also want to take in some of the sights, shopping centers are just a few minutes drive or a visit to the Beaches Museum and History Center would be delightful for you and your guests.

Rest assured that Casa Marina’s experienced staff and wedding vendors will assist you throughout the planning process so that your wedding is perfect and stress-free in every way. Says Mark Vandeloo, General Manager, “It’s our passion; it’s not just a job…and we carefully select vendors who feel the same way”.

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Have you ever thought of wearing feathers in your hair on your wedding day? Most brides-to-be would not get excited at the thought, but if they were asked to wear a fascinator by the famous designer, Phillip Treacy, most would love the idea.

The Royal Wedding of William and Kate was filled with Treacy’s designs. One of my favorite designs worn by Kate was a very tasteful fascinator with brown feathers. The feathers are attached to a small round base and lie at a 5 degree angle across her brown hair. Another photo shows her wearing a cream colored suit with a fascinator of brown and cream feathers. This one is larger with a fluffy, airy look. It’s elegant and sophisticated.

Fascinators have become one of the hottest fashion trends and brides are opting to include them in their designs. Feathers are a huge part of the “look” for brides, bridesmaids, mothers of the bride, and even flower girls.Words could never do them justice and unless you’ve seen pictures of these lovely designs, it’s hard to imagine just how beautiful they can be. It’s an accessory that adds a certain amount of glamour and they can be very expensive.

A large part of the expense is the artistic design. I fell in love with them and just had to have one. Not because I would be wearing it anytime soon, but because it’s a work of art. It’s

something unusual and yet very beautiful.

I have always loved hats and found fascinators to be even better. The real beauty is in the way that they are worn and the fact that they don’t cause the “hat hair.” They can be designed to look like a large hat and yet they are as light as a feather.

Fascinators can be worn on either side of the head, on top or down on the forehead depending on how the hair is styled. A smaller fascinator can be attached with a hair comb or alligator clip so it’s just a matter of choice and hairstyle.

Feathers are not the only choice of decoration . Fabric flowers, rhinestones, and pearls are also used alone or combined with feathers. For the most elegant and expensive fascinators, diamond broaches or earrings can be attached. They are often given as gifts and are to be removed after the ceremony for daily wear.

Feathers in your hair for your special day? It doesn’t get any betterthan that! It would be fair to say that fascinators are truly fascinating.

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If asked, most couples would say it's important to protect the financial future of their families in the event of a spouse's unexpected death.

Yet 74 percent of couples rarely or never discuss the topic of life insurance as part of their financial planning strategy, according to a 2010 State Farm® Life Insurance Study. A 2011 study from finance research firm LIMRA revealed that 41 percent of U.S. adults don't even have life insurance.

That doesn't mean it's not on their minds. Sixty-two percent of respondents said uncertainty in the economy makes having life insurance even more important than it had previously been.

Bringing up the subject can be difficult. It may be that discussing the unexpected death of a spouse is awkward. Or that one spouse already feels the pressure of being the primary wage earner. Or that a spouse who has recently lost a job will react negatively to the topic.

But whatever the obstacles, talking about life insurance is critical to both partners -- even if one earns substantially more than the other, or one doesn't earn an income.

To start the discussion, try these tips:

■ Talk before you're in a financial crisis. Pick a time when you're not stressed, and treat the topic as you would any other aspect of your financial planning.■ Make a plan that incorporates life insurance as a primary component of your overall financial strategy. Having a plan in place can be reassuring if your circumstances change.■ Set a monthly budget and learn what options you can afford. Schedule follow-up evaluations and adjust your coverage as your needs, family situation and income change.■ Consult an insurance expert who can provide an outside perspective and make the discussion less stressful.■ Focus your discussion on the love you have for your family and your desire to protect it from financial burdens, rather than on the possible death of a spouse.

Contact your State Farm agent to learn more about the life insurance options that protect your family's future.State Farm Life Insurance Company (Not licensed in MA, NY or WI)State Farm Life and Accident Assurance Company (Licensed in NY and WI)Bloomington, IL

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