Quote by Erica Jong

When I met my husband, I refused to invite him home for Passover because I was embarrassed my mother might serve all the catered dishes in the wrong order.

When I met my husband, I refused to invite him home for Pass

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This quote highlights the narrator's fear of judgment from her husband due to her family's traditions during Passover. The narrator's reluctance to invite her husband home stems from a concern that her mother might incorrectly serve the catered dishes, causing embarrassment. This short explanation illustrates the significance of cultural customs and the desire to present them in a favorable light, thus revealing the narrator's vulnerability and their need for acceptance in their relationship.

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