THEN & NOW: Susan and Dr. Sidney Tourial

Susan and Dr. Sidney Tourial share the secrets to their longtime relationship.

By Marcia Caller Jaffe September 10, 2024, 11:16 am Edit

After 37 years with the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and now with the AJT, , Jaffe’s focus is lifestyle, art, dining, fashion, and community events with emphasis on Jewish movers and shakers.

Susan and Dr. Sidney Tourial

59 years
July 11, 1965, at Ahavath Achim Synagogue

How they met: Riding the bus to Camp Blue Star. Sidney was the bus counselor, and Susan was one of the teenaged campers he was escorting. Dating a “camper” was definitely not allowed!

Initial attraction:
Susan: Sidney was fun and an Emory college student, and most importantly Jewish! Our friendship grew when we got home from camp.
Sidney: Susan was smart, laughed at my jokes, and we became good friends.

Secret to happy marriage:
Susan: Listening and being able to compromise.
Sidney: “Yes, Dear.”