90 Day Fiance: Mido Comes Marching In – Recap [S12E17]

On 90 Day Fiance, Mohamed “Mido” Fayed makes quite an entrance to marry Debby Rolando marching in with his own personal horn section. Marissa Rubinetti breaks down minutes before her wedding to Edward Miguel Gomez. Mallorie DeGrange makes peace with her mom and their past. And Ashia Montgomery and Maxwell Okeke say “I do”. Lets’ break down all the do’s and don’ts in this recap of season 12 episode 17 Are We Really Doing This.

90 Day Fiance: Mido Makes an Entrance

It’s wedding day for 90 Day Fiance couple Mohamed “Mido” Fayed and Debby Rolando. While Debby dresses low key in a beige dress and nude pumps, Mido plans to do it up big. He tells her to head to the park first where the officiant waits. Mido has a surprise for Debby. He’s hired a brass band to play ‘When The Saints Go Marching In” and trail behind him. Debby is overjoyed and proclaims her love for New Orleans while Mido hams it up.

The wedding is simple and the only two guests are her kids Caden and Devyn. They look on with both amusement and concern. But Mido plays the role of the goofy groom to perfection. Later it’s time for pictures and Mido again jokes around when the photographer asks him to look at Debby. Choosing instead to gaze lovingly at the camera. When the couples pics are wrapped he asks for some headshots while her kids cringe.

Things take a creepier turn when Mido and Debby prepare for their wedding night on 90 Day Fiance. Debby brags to TLC production that she will be taking Mido’s virginity. She uses an analogy of driving a car and it only gets worse from there. Debby pleads to get on with it and Mido goofs off yet again. She says she feels like a kid at Christmas. And just like that the lights go out and the camera pans to Mido’s hotel robe on the floor.

90 Day Fiance: Marissa Rubinetti Has Cold Feet

On 90 Day Fiance, Marissa Rubinetti struggles to write her vows. Underlying nerves and fear of financial repercussions have her shaky and confused. Her mom’s lawyer let her know that in the event the marriage blows up, Marissa would be financially responsible for Edward Gomez for 1o years. However, she wants to take the leap of faith and marry Edward. Meanwhile, Edward takes her boys to the Dominican Barber for haircuts. And the boys enjoy the experience.

Marissa forges ahead with hair and makeup. Her friend stops by to see how she’s holding up. She tells her about their fight over dinner. But admits they have been getting along as of late. Marissa’s mom shows up as she’s ready to get into her wedding dress. But she melts down and starts crying once she’s alone with her mom. Her mom suggests a glass of wine to calm her nerves. Marissa says he doesn’t drink. And her mom says maybe it’s a good time to start.

TLC Couple Mallorie and Rasit Get Ready to Wed

It’s the morning after Rasit Kebabci and Mallorie DeGrange’s bachelor/bachelorette parties and she’s got a hangover. Rasit is still excited over his trip to the strip joint. And Mallorie. reveals a picture Brandon sent her of him enjoying a lap dance. The 90 Day Fiance couple share a laugh. But then it’s on to more serious matters such as Mallorie’s dad not attending the wedding. Rasit is angry about it and has some choice words about her father.

Mallorie DeGrange heads to the venue to meet her mom and sister. She hasn’t seen her mom for a year. Their relationship is strained because of her parents divorce. Mallorie is honest with her mom about her fear of having children due to her own childhood struggles. But she admits she understands it better now. Her mom is moved by her words. Rasit shows up and is extremely emotional meeting Mallorie’s mom. So much so he walks off in tears.

90 Day Fiance: Ashia and Maxwell Make it Official

Ashia Montgomery isn’t letting anything stand in the way of marrying Maxwell Okeke. She gets ready surrounded by her family and friends as well as Maxwell’s. Her mom cries and his mom consoles her. It seems her mom feels Maxwell is taking her away. But everyone is excited when Ashia puts on her red wedding dress. And Maxwell loves the decor in the venue complete with a sign reading “Ashia To The Max”.

In spite of all the positive energy there’s one thing putting a damper on the day on 90 Day Fiance. Ashia hasn’t heard from her brother Rod all day after their fight at dinner. She’s hoping he will walk her down the aisle since her father can’t be there. She’s relieved and happy when Rod does show. He apologizes and is honored to walk her down the aisle after asking her if she is sure. But after the ceremony ends he admits he doesn’t trust Maxwell and doesn’t think he will make it to America.

Catie Norboe Fears Commitment

Catie Norboe is getting ready to marry Josh Atkins on 90 Day Fiance. But the self described party girl is feeling a little manic. And fears monogamy. She has brought her concerns up to Josh many times. But he wants a committed marriage. And Catie agreed. She tells her friends she doesn’t doubt her love for Josh. And can’t see herself marrying anyone else. But admits intrusive thoughts are taking over. And worries she may blurt out something inappropriate.

Josh Atkins definitely is nervous about Catie’s inability to be faithful. Josh dresses for the big day and confides to his friend that the whole thing makes him uneasy. Especially after Catie Norboe agreed to be faithful. But nevertheless brought up the possibility of a threesome in the future. So, it’s a chance he’s willing to take provided she shows up to the wedding.

90 Day Fiance: Thomas and Paula Struggle

After a disastrous dinner date on 90 Day Fiance, Paula Barbosa and Thomas Dintino are moving forward with their wedding. Thomas admits to a friend that he’s concerned about Paula. Since she communicated she may just go back to Brazil rather than marry him. Thomas  gets emotional thinking of how they met. But doesn’t seem to realize that basic comforts such as a proper kitchen table and taking a car to dinner matter.

Paula is struggling as well. She’s in her dress with family getting ready and becomes shaky and unsure. She relays the story of having to ride to dinner on a bike. And fears being stuck in an unhappy marriage where Thomas doesn’t understand her needs and won’t let her wear perfume. Her family is sympathetic. But ultimately it’s up to Paula if she wants to live fragrance free and without furniture the rest of her life. Till next time!