WHAT snugtism?

A celebration to welcome the Snuggee into the world with lots of snugs. The term 'snugs' here refers to super-cuddly hugs.

WHO snugtism?

Family, friends and any one else occasionally on snug watch (the Snugregation). Snuggee and its Guardian Snugglers required. Snugkeeper optional.

WHERE snugtism?

Anywhere the Snuggee wants snugs.

WHEN snugtism?

Any time the Snuggee wants snugs.

WHY snugtism?

So your Snuggee knows you'll always be there to support them with snugs.

HOW snugtism?

Snugtisms can be both either formal or informal. An informal snugtism is essentially just some snugs. Traditionally, a formal snugtism is completed with the help of a Snugkeeper, who oversees snug proceedings and ensures that conditions for snugging are optimal. Each member of the Snugregation (Snuggler) is invited to offer a Snugwish - a positive sentiment expressed verbally, followed by a snug.

The giving of Snugcatchers is also utilised, and is an emblem of snug longevity. It is up to whoever is throwing the snugtism to decide on the Snugcatchers being used, but they should definitely be snuggly and should reinforce the idea that with each step the Snuggee chooses to take through life, there will be snugs. In our experience, a pair of Atheist Baby Shoes makes for some very snuggly Snugcatchers.

THE CEREMONY

1. The Promise of Snugs

The Snugkeeper will request all present to form a circle around the Snuggee. Each Snuggler should now come forth and offer their Snugwish. If the Snuggee is sleeping, do remember to whisper.

2. The Poo Exorcism

Should the Snuggee chance to make a poopy, a Poo Exorcism can be integrated into the ceremony. As you change the Snuggee's diaper and clean its bottom, the Snugkeeper may proclaim the following:

"We change thee, unclean diaper, in the name of hygiene and comfort, and cleanse this soiled bottom, so that this beloved child may live unburdened by Poop until the Poop returneth. Snugs be with you."

Remember, a Poo Exorcism should only take place if nature calls. Do NOT squeeze the baby.

3. The Snugtism

At this point, the Snugkeeper should present the Snuggee with the Snugcatchers of the Snuggers choosing. The Guardian Snugglers should now adorn the Snuggee with its Snugcatchers. For example, a pair of Atheist Baby Shoes may now be placed on the Snuggee's feet. The Guardian Snugglers may proclaim the following:

"We snug you in the name of all things snuggly. May these Snugcatchers snug you, support and provide you with the freedom to chooseth a path all your own. May you snug and be snugged forever and ever. Snugs be with you."

The Snuggee is now given the opportunity to say whatever is on their mind. Most likely this will be a series of unintelligible noises, if anything at all. Agree wholeheartedly and then give the Snuggee more snugs.

4. The Snug Party

Traditionally, the Snugkeeper now puts 'Circle of Life' (the Carmen Twillie and Lebo version) on a nearby stereo while the Guardian Snugglers raise the Snuggee above their heads. If possible, and if the Snuggee will allow it, they should remain elevated until the song is finished. This marks the beginning of the Snug Party. The duration of the Snug Party is optional, but should include many snugs.

 

The very first snugtism will take place 2 weeks from now, in London, UK. However, it's still very much a work-in-progress, so please, if you have any ideas on how to improve the cermony, please do let us know!