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What a lovely young bride! I love the idea of having two weddings, to celebrate and honor both traditions and cultures (plus, it means twice the cake!) 
posted by
Mia890
on August 7, 2013 at 1:06 PM
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Congrats to the young couple, Thanks for sharing the lovely picture! 
posted by
mariss9
on August 6, 2013 at 9:19 AM
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Congrats to the new couple and hope the dad realizes he isnt getting anything
posted by
Lanetay
on August 6, 2013 at 9:02 AM
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I believe that's what may be referred to as a "culture clash," and it's a shame because it stands to upset the lives of two people. Hopefully they can get past that, and these two wonderful people can go on with their lives . . . 
posted by
JimmyA
on August 6, 2013 at 8:34 AM
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She looks lovely, I hope the dowry doesn't grow into some bone of contention
posted by
lionreign
on August 6, 2013 at 4:49 AM
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Funny how we hang onto traditions that no longer have meaning.
My writing friend Martha's son just married an Indian girl, same two-wedding scenario. The clothing, the fabrics, they're all so beautiful - I hope the silks and embroideries continue to be traditional for years to come. But dowries? Gimme a break!
posted by
Pat_B
on August 6, 2013 at 4:41 AM
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She is beautiful.
posted by
UtahJay
on August 5, 2013 at 10:42 PM
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Very nice...
Yes, very nice!
I wish them the best and I hope the hurdles of the past can give them a little freedom for "thier" future. I can't imagine the man "actually" expecting a dowry in today's times.. He might ought to be lucky to accept a wedding (in today's times)!!
:)
posted by
SomeoneElse
on August 5, 2013 at 9:24 PM
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When Son #1 was in the Navy and spending lots of time at Subic Bay, The Philipines, he had a girlfriend that desperately wanted to marry him and come back to the US with him. But, her father expected a carabao (water buffalo) for dowry, and that was quite daunting to son. Her father already had one, and after riding it once, son couldn't imagine trying to use something like that for exchange for a wife.
posted by
TAPS.
on August 5, 2013 at 9:22 PM
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Culture shock...
He's probably been hearing those coins clink for years, counted on it, and is deeply disappointed. I hope he can get over it.
So good that there are others in the groom's family who can truly celebrate the wedding and the couple, without worrying over that.
posted by
Ciel
on August 5, 2013 at 6:00 PM
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It is amazing how fast they grow up...That is something about the dowry. Too bad he cannot understand that it is not done in Australia.
posted by
FormerStudentIntern
on August 5, 2013 at 5:06 PM
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This is so sweet.. I wish them good luck.. Happy to read your post Kabu..
posted by
Saif_AlKindi
on August 5, 2013 at 4:59 PM
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Kabu
She is a sweet and pretty bride. Everything is so different now in all areas of life. He will get over it or be angry for a very long time.
posted by
Justi
on August 5, 2013 at 3:48 PM
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Ah - another couple who marries twice. My son did the same, once in Japan, and then here in Canada.Your bride looks sweet - is that the bridal dress she wore in India? My friend who just came back from touring that country was raving about all the beautiful, bright colors of the clothing.
posted by
adnohr
on August 5, 2013 at 3:33 PM
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Kabu
PI hope they’ll make it love. BC-A, Bill’s ®st
posted by
BC-A
on August 5, 2013 at 3:19 PM
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