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MARRIAGE CUSTOM

IN MOST FAMILIES IT IS BAD LUCK FOR THE BRIDE AND GROOM TO SEE
EACH OTHER BEFORE THE CEREMONY. IN OUR FAMILY, BEFORE THE CEREMONY,
THE BRIDE AND GROOM, TOGETHER KNEEL BEFORE THE BRIDE'S FATHER AND
RECEIVE A BLESSING FOR A LONG, HAPPY MARRIAGE.

Where learned: MICHIGAN ; DETROIT

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CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- Marriage Bride and groom must not see each other

Date learned: 02-19-1972

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