
Viva El Amor, Agenda de Una Boda Latina
Autor: Edna R. Bautista
Número de Páginas: 109The only book of its kind, this bilingual guide brings the ever-growing Latino audience information, tips, and advice on everything from introducing traditional rituals in a modern-day wedding to planning a heritage honeymoon.A wedding is a wonderfully appropriate occasion to celebrate the cultural customs passed down through generations. Viva el amor is designed to help brides and their families discover -- and rediscover -- the wealth of Latino traditions that add depth and meaning to a wedding ceremony. In an entertaining and informative style, Edna R. Bautista explains the significance of such age-old customs as the coin thirteen (las arras) and the cord (el lazo) used in the ceremony, the selection of godparent-sponsors (padrinos), and the Latina-Catholic tradition of carrying three bridal bouquets.All the practical aspects of a making the day perfect are here, including: -- Preparing a wedding-planning calendar -- Setting up a reasonable budget and gift registry -- Attending to specific religious requirements -- Writing a bilingual service -- Devising a traditional Latino menuWith suggestions for great honeymoons -- including exploring the ancient Aztec, Maya and Inca...