Having Alex and Parshvi get married in the back garden has made my happy place even more special.
Alex was beaming when Parshvi made her way through the garden to join him.
Covid times, so the guest list was limited to just 16 people and Zoom made it possible for extended family and friends to witness. My brother sent me a screen shot and I was happy that everyone could take in the view. The sound wasn't audible, but everything was in Sanscrit anyway. We all relied on a program one of Parshvi's friends put together that helped explained the significance and meaning behind the ceremony.
There were offerings to the gods, encircling a small fire, joining together with the tying of scarves, and asking for blessings from the family. Deep thunder started rumbling shortly after the priest said his opening words, and I began making my own prayers to Ganesh. Thankfully the rain held off just long enough for the ceremony to finish and professional photos to be taken.
My friend Wendy catered incredibly delicious food, Rob tended the well-stocked bar.
When the torrent eventually came, we ran inside for the speeches and toasts to the bride and groom. The rain showers ushered in a cool evening and a few people lingered outdoors under umbrellas.
Alex and Penny danced together under the fairy lights in the tree after the rain.
Magical!
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