Monthly Archives: November 2010

Still Shopping for a Husband?

Ladies, if we may be so bold, some of you are still shopping for husbands, no? Don’t be ashamed. Many women start planning their weddings before they’ve even found Mr./Dr./Rabbi Right. Without giving anything away, a few years ago, one of the Yentas was browsing through wedding gowns in one window while clicking through boyfriends in another. So if you’re here without a ring on your finger yet, that’s okay! No judging here. There’s nothing wrong with getting a head start and looking at pretty pictures of weddings. But if you do need a little FYI on finding the right guy, you know we’re big fans of JDate® and plenty of our friends have also found true love on The Big J.

As most JDaters will tell you, having the right profile can seal the deal for the right guy. And sure, you may collect some wacky stories here and there, but you’re boosting your chances to make your chuppah dreams a reality if you include an assortment of pictures, sprinkle in some humor, and go heavy on the honesty in your profile.

Here’s a humorous inside look at Episode 1 of a web series on J-TV called “Power of the Punim.” These are just a couple of questions plaguing comedian Eric Schwartz in his quest to become the most “Eli-Jew-ble Bachelor” on JDate®. In JDate’s brand new 3-part webisode series, JDate Walking, Eric takes to the streets, asking people their advice while giving his signature, hilarious commentary.

So after you enjoy this chuckle-worthy video, get to your JDate® profile, get engaged, and get busy planning your wedding with The Wedding Yentas!

Don’t forget, JDate® is always looking for its alumni to feature in their Success Stories! If you are engaged or married to a fellow JDater, make sure to submit yourself so you can be pampered by JDate®!

Real Weddings | Sharon, MA

Who says you can’t mix business with pleasure?! Heather and Adrian met while working at the same company in New York City. After their first date they knew they would be together forever.

Adrian proposed to Heather during their annual family vacation to Arizona. After a relaxing round of golf and dinner, Adrian suggested going to the hot tub for an evening soak. As Heather was getting into the hot tub Adrian got down on one knee, opened the ring box (upside down!) and asked if he could be so lucky as to spend the rest of his life with Heather and of course she said yes or The Wedding Yentas wouldn’t have this beautiful wedding to show you today!

So, after five years of dating and a year and a half engagement, they tied the knot in Heather’s hometown on a beautiful Fall day. The sun was shining and there wasn’t a cloud in the sky — picture perfect for their outdoor ceremony at Spring Valley Country Club. The wedding was more than either could have ever imagined, and it went off without a hitch thanks to Tasha Bracken from SD Events and to Heather’s sister Stephanie who worked tirelessly making sure the rentals were top notch! Friends and family traveled across the country to attend the wedding and share the special day with Heather and Adrian.

Mazel tov, Heather and Adrian!

Venue – Spring Valley Country Club
Coordination – SD events/Tasha Bracken
Photographer – Person + Killian
Videographer – Generations CinemaStories
Floral Design – Jon Mongeau
Entertainment – Legit Band
Bakery – Montillios
Linens & Decor – Rentals Unlimited/Stephanie Solomon
Hair – Rachael Berkowitz
Bridal Dress – Vera Wang
Lighting – ALPS
Ketubah: Ketubah.com

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Keepin’ Up With The Kiddush Cup

Before your wedding, you should start thinking about building your tolerance to a few sips of wine. Your wedding day is not the time to find out if you’re a lightweight, but the least you can do is drink up in style. Yes, even your Kiddush cup can match your personalities or wedding day look.

But first, a little explanation: Remember, your officiant may decide to move the ceremony along with his or her own style, but typically, the bride and groom share two cups of wine under the chuppah. The first instance of wine is during the betrothal blessing. After the officiant recites the prayers, the bride and groom drink from the cup.

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As always, a little symbolism helps to carry the meaning. In this case, the wine symbolizes the beginning of life, which in this case, refers to pure grape juice. But the grape juice continues to grow through the stages of fermentation, and emerges as a pure and delightful divine blessing: a sweet, sweet wine.

The next cup of wine is for the Seven Blessings or Sheva Brochot. These seven blessings connect the bride and groom to each other, uniting their souls as one. The Seven Blessings promote the hope and destiny of the couple’s happiness, their delight in spirituality and each other, and that the Temple will be restored in Jerusalem.

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Again, the bride and groom drink from the cup. Soon after, closing remarks and a good, old stomp on the glass conclude the ceremony.

The use of wine in the chuppah ceremony confirms the continuing importance of wine in the Jewish faith, the Kiddush, the sanctification of wine, and Kiddushin, the sanctification of people in love to each other.

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On a day full of love, why not love the Kiddush cup? Here are some cups we love that you can also purchase for your own wedding day!

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