The Pillar Podcast Bonus: Strawberry milk, and a Venezuelan in Rome
Dec 12, 2025
Explore the unique custom where married Venezuelan women use 'De' with their husband's surname. Edgar Beltran shares his adventurous journey of moving to Rome and the whirlwind of settling in. The conversation dives into cultural nuances and the intriguing experiences from the Pillar pilgrimage. For a taste of international flair mixed with personal stories, tune in for this delightful discussion!
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Mrs. DeBeltran On Pilgrimage
- Edgar and Mrs. DeBeltran joined the Pillar pilgrimage and spent much of the trip with the hosts.
- Ed Condon explains the Venezuelan/Spanish custom of a married woman using 'De' before her husband's surname.
Naming Custom Explained
- Ed Condon describes the Venezuelan custom where a woman keeps her surname and adds 'De' plus her husband's name after marriage.
- Edgar notes this is the custom throughout Latin America and Spain as well.
Recent Arrival In Rome
- Edgar arrived in Rome about eight months before the pilgrimage and has mostly been working since.
- He hadn't had much time to see Rome's sights prior to the trip.