[HCRA] FW: The Wedding Day

[Daniel Sullivan]

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Well finally we are up to the big day. It was a lovely day with a bright sun
and wonderful surroundings with family and friends. The guys were gifted
doaties and shirts to wear, while the girls were gifted beautiful saris. 

 

The priest from the village came and presided over the ceremony which lasted
about 4 hours. At first the groom received gifts and blessings. Then the
bride received gifts and blessings. The groom returned and prepared for the
brides return through prayers. The bride returned, the families "formally
met" and the couple was married receiving gifts and blessings. Quite the
event.

 

After the wedding we had a wonderful meal and then, sadly, it was off to
Trichy and the train station for an overnight ride to Chennai. That is
another story for another e-mail.

 

Dan Sullivan