ew words, feelingly expressed, are
all that is required. The breakfast generally concludes with the
departure of the happy pair upon their wedding tour.

[AN HOUR IN THE MORNING IS WORTH TWO AT NIGHT.]

1951. Cards.

A newly married couple send out cards immediately after the ceremony
to their friends and acquaintance, who, on their part, return either
notes or cards of congratulation on the event. As soon as the lady is
settled in her new home, she may expect the calls of her acquaintance;
for which it is not absolutely necessary to remain at home, although
politeness requires that they should be returned as soon as possible.
But, having performed this, any further intercourse may be avoided
(where it is deemed necessary) by a polite refusal of invitations.
Where cards are to be left, the number must be determined according to
the various members of which the family called upon is composed. For
instance, where there are the mother, aunt, and daughters (the latter
having been introduced to society), three cards should be left.
Recently, the custom of sending cards has been in a great measure
discontinued, and instead of this, the words "No cards" are appended
to the ordinary newspaper advertisement, and the announcement of the
marriage, with this addition, is considered all sufficient.

1952. Reception.

When the married pair have returned, and the day of reception arrives,
wedding cake and wine are handed round, of which every one partakes,
and each expresses some kindly wish for the newly married couple. The
bride ought not to receive visitors without a mother, or sister, or
some friend being present, not even if her husband be at home.
Gentlemen who are in professions, or have Government appointments,
cannot always await the arrival of visitors; when such is the case,
some old friend of the family should represent him, and proffer an
apology for his absence.

1953. The Wedding Tour.

The Wedding Tour must depend upon the tastes and circumstances of the
married couple. Home-loving Englishmen and women may find much to
admire and enjoy without ranging abroad. Those whose time is somewhat
restricted should visit some spot which may be reached without
difficulty. Cornwall and Devonshire, the Isle of Wight, &c., are each
delightful to the tourist; and the former is now accessible by railway
as far as the Land's End