A gratefully accepted and began attending the family meetings regarding this upcoming event. Apparently there had been previous meetings but I was only made aware of the event as part of this project so I got to go to the final four meetings.
The first thing that happens during this event is that the girl renews her commitment to God and to the church before her family and friends and congregation members.
The ceremony is serious with bells ringing and music playing at the church which can be decorated for the event.
In the case of this family the church was decorated with white satin and ribbon and flowers. On addition when the church part was over there were a dozen white doves released into the sky as the girl made her way outside among the onlookers.
Following the church service the family throws a large party. It was explained to me that the extent and lavishness of the party has a dependency on the wealth of the family but that it is an important enough event that the only thing more expensive for the family of the girl is her wedding day.
For this event we hired a live band, contracted with three restaurants to cater the event and sent out 500 invitations. It is a party that will be remembered for the girl's entire life and all the stops are pulled out.
The party lasted from 3 p.m until 3 a.m the following morning with food, drink and dance.
During the preparations for this party the family took time to immerse me into the importance of celebration in the Hispanic culture. I learned that celebration is a vital component of the culture and that inviting all friends and family is considered proper etiquette for birthday and other celebrations.
One example was the birthday party I...
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