Margaret wrote: <I came across the term "parlour bride" in a context which suggests it might be an Irish expression. Does anyone know what it means?> I remember reading an old book about Ireland in the early 1800's that talked about poor couples having to marry in the priest's parlour because they did not have the money to pay for a church wedding. Kathleen Richmond Oak Forest IL (near Chicago) ************** Create a Home Theater Like the Pros. Watch the video on AOL Home. (http://home.aol.com/diy/home-improvement-eric-stromer?video=15?ncid=aolhom00030000000001)