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Mark Etinger
Although autumn is upon us, before we know it spring will be here again. Spring means a lot of things: warmer weather, rebirth, and for many people, weddings. There is nothing like the clean slate of spring to start your new life with someone. If you are not getting married, but you are lucky enough to be invited to a wedding, you are going to need a gift. If the marriage you are going to is between one or more Jews then a Judaic item is a wonderful gift. Being a Jew requires a lot of accoutrement. A Challah cover, Seder plate, Passover Haggadah; these are just some of the things that you need to start a Jewish or half Jewish family. If you get the two lovebirds something they use often then you will never be far from their minds. Passover items, like a Haggadah or a Seder plate, are good items to get newlyweds. Most Jews, even non-observant ones, will celebrate Passover in some capacity. The young couple will be happy to know that come Passover, they will not need to go about and buy a bunch of materials. We all know how tight money can be for newlyweds! Another fun gift is a set of wine glasses. A number of colored or painted wine glasses feature Judaic themes; they will probably often be used as the newlyweds toast the first milestones of their lives together. Wine fountains make elaborate gifts. These large vessels usually include a festive wine server and a matching set of cups. They look great on top of a liquor cabinet or in the dining room. They also have the added bonus of aerating the wine, which brings out its subtle flavors. Keep in mind that wine fountains can be expensive because they are large items that are both functional and decorative, and they contain multiple parts. A great pre-wedding gift, if the couple consists of a Jewish and a non-Jewish partner, are books about Judaism for the non - Jewish half of the couple. Navigating the territory of a new family coupled with a new set of traditions can be pretty daunting; reading some Jewish books before the big day will be beneficial. It is also a fun way for the individual to learn a bit more about his or her soon to be spouse. Whatever gift you give, you can rest comfortably knowing you have helped two people enter the joyous union of marriage. Mazel tov!
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