Pretty new and wanted to introduce myself!!

Original post by Marjiesan

Aug 19, 2005 08:39 AM

I think I have been here before, butting into forums. So much going on, I can't keep track of whether I am coming or going. A little about me, if you care:

Single mom (she's almost 10!!!) met an amazing guy. He's Jewish from Long Island, I'm Puerto Rican from Manhattan. We now live in Brooklyn (it's been an adjustment but I really like Brooklyn). Yes, it's been crazy trying to incorporate Jewish and Hispanic traditions into the wedding, (Horrah and Salsa, Smoked fish and Roasted pork anyone?) but I am tryingto have fun here without losing it.

I hope you don't mind as I have fun reading your forums and adding my 2 cents. SO EXCITED!!!!!

Thanks for your 2 cents!
M

steflily Posted: Aug 20, 2005 08:54 PM

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Welcome!

Goldi1021 Posted: Aug 20, 2005 09:06 PM

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Posted by Marjiesan
Oh my God, I am laughing hysterical here!!!
I am learning alot about the Jewish mother. My MOH got me a book 'BOY VEY! The Shiksa's Guide to Dating Jewish Men' by Kristina Grish and it is not only funny but very helpful!

You have to find the episode of Seinfeld that has Elaine showing her 'shiksa appeal'. My brother's wife is convinced that is why he married her.

If you want some pointers about Jewish mothers, I'd like to offer a few:

- EVERYTHING she cooks is 'DELICIOUS'
- Salt is about the only 'spice' she will use
- NOTHING makes her look fat
- Appliques are not our friends
- Barbra, Barry and Neil - nice kids from Bklyn
- NOBODY had it as rough as she did

If you need any other survival skills, let me know.

Nadia Posted: Aug 20, 2005 09:37 PM

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Congrats and welcome to the board

wendy1220 Posted: Aug 20, 2005 10:04 PM

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Hi & welcome! If you think you're having a time of it trying to incorporate both cultures into the wedding, try this one:

Me - Italian Catholic
Him - Pakistani Muslim

We want to have both kinds of food but no pork; quite difficult with Italian food. There goes my sausage & peppers! So, I can definitely relate. Congrats and happy planning!

DUCKS2001 Posted: Aug 20, 2005 10:17 PM

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WELCOME!!! YOU WILL LOVE THIS SITE, I AM ENGLISH AND ITALTIAN

MissyB Posted: Aug 20, 2005 10:35 PM

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Congrats and welcome!!!

Marjiesan Posted: Aug 21, 2005 06:25 PM

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Hey Everyone!!!
Thanks so much for the advice, really appreciate it!!!
Welcome Newbies, let's see if we can all try not to lose our minds too much together!!!

I will be around tomorrow, though I hope that I can detach myself from the computer and be productive.

Just wanted to know, how far (or not far) along are you with the planning?

So Far I have:
Ceremony/Reception location -CB
DJ- Dash of Class
Florist-FH's Mom's Friend
Photographer- Pro Line
Save the Date Magnets (ready to be sent out)
The DRESS-Christos
Make-up (OKSANA/her assistant JESSICA ARE AWESOME!!!!!)
Hotel rooms for guest- Hello, I am a travel agent!
Invitations- Carol Raskin
and... that's about it!

Have agood one!