We have all heard the tradition that the bride’s family pays for the wedding. Today, it’s a matter of picking caterers, reception halls, and a host of other tidbits that must be resolved. It wasn’t until recently that I thought about what this must have meant in the eras where these businesses didn’t exist. Waiting…
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Portuguese and Hawaiian Holiday Traditions
Since the mid 1800s, Christmas has been celebrated in the Hawaiian Islands. Though Christmas was celebrated long before Portuguese immigration began, the Portuguese brought their traditions to their new home. These mixed in with local customs to evolve into their own unique celebrations. First Christmas in Hawaii The first Christmas celebration in Hawaii was on…