When I was growing up, there were a lot of weddings in the family. My parents attended many of them. What I didn't understand was that they almost always had the same wedding favors. I was sure that there was a reason for this, but I never asked. It wasn't because I wasn't curious, it just slipped my mind. Today I finally read the meaning of this particular wedding faovr. I wonder if Sal and Diane had a similar experience? It may just be a cultural thing.
Here is the wedding favor and its meaning. This is an excerpt from a web release. Almonds are a reminder that life is both bitter and sweet. Five sugared almonds represent five wishes. The five wishes for the happy couple are health, wealth, happiness, children and long life.
Isn't that cute? At least, now I get it.
2 comments:
See, no one ever explained that to me. But I see why I always saw the almonds tucked away in the favors...
I never had a reception/celebration, so I guess I should have one now so I can have my five wishes!
I had those at my wedding and never new the story behind them! For my mom it was one of those "pero claro que si" things that there was no arguing about!
Now I know!
Sal
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