Jumping the broom ceremony is a African American tradition that dates back to the 1600's and derived from Africa. The "Jumping the Broom" is a ceremony in which the bride and groom, either at the ceremony or at the reception, signify their entrance into a new life and their creation of a new family by symbolically "sweeping away" their former single lives, former problems and concerns, and jumping over the broom to enter upon a new adventure as wife and husband.
My Question for everyone:
Does anyone know where I can purchase a broom like the one I'm referring to for my wedding ceremony? I know they can be purchased online but I'd like to buy my own and decorate it.
