Unmarried & Amish? (Video)
In a culture that emphasizes marriage, how do single Amish people fit into the community? I take a brief look at that topic in this new video. Runtime: 3:15.
In a culture that emphasizes marriage, how do single Amish people fit into the community? I take a brief look at that topic in this new video. Runtime: 3:15.
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