Our wedding was cancelled for the second time in one year. Was it not meant to be? Was God trying to send us a message? The mind unfolds like a reel of film let loose on the floor.
We cried. We prayed. We visited our Pundit looking for divine inspiration. Popular Hindu Wedding songs heard instantly made the place one of gloom and despair. We were given the option of a Table Wedding. In Hinduism, a "Table Wedding" reduces the rituals and ceremonies involved in a traditional Hindu wedding celebration to a much shorter, condensed and simplified form done with the parties and priest all sitting at a table.Needless to say, this left a sour taste in our mouths.
This process started with the cancellations: the Temple, Wedding Planner, Reception Venue, Designer, Photographer, Videographer, Makeup Artists, Entertainment, Caterers, etc. With each phone call our enthusiasm thawed away. Honeymoon plans had to be postponed indefinitely. For two persons with a great Wanderlust for travel, this came as another blow. There was no emotional reserve left to complete one's obligatory tasks with work, school and to adequately consider the ramifications of the causative Covid-19 as a Global Pandemic. This was to come whether prepared for it or not, and is still significantly affecting populations worldwide today.
We cried. We prayed. We visited our Pundit looking for divine inspiration. Popular Hindu Wedding songs heard instantly made the place one of gloom and despair. We were given the option of a Table Wedding. In Hinduism, a "Table Wedding" reduces the rituals and ceremonies involved in a traditional Hindu wedding celebration to a much shorter, condensed and simplified form done with the parties and priest all sitting at a table.Needless to say, this left a sour taste in our mouths.
This process started with the cancellations: the Temple, Wedding Planner, Reception Venue, Designer, Photographer, Videographer, Makeup Artists, Entertainment, Caterers, etc. With each phone call our enthusiasm thawed away. Honeymoon plans had to be postponed indefinitely. For two persons with a great Wanderlust for travel, this came as another blow. There was no emotional reserve left to complete one's obligatory tasks with work, school and to adequately consider the ramifications of the causative Covid-19 as a Global Pandemic. This was to come whether prepared for it or not, and is still significantly affecting populations worldwide today.
Wow it must be tough having something as important as your wedding date being postponed. I can't even imagine that happening more than once to boot. That shows great strength in your bond and relationship. Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the lovely comments. The words of encouragement keep everyone moving forward.
DeleteOMG I love the photos!! Was it professionally done?
ReplyDeleteThank you. Yes they were. Check out @RavindraRamkallawanPhotography
DeletePlanning a wedding can be so exhausting, no wonder there was no emotional reserve left.
ReplyDeleteYes weddings are so exhausting I know how you feel
DeleteThe wife and I are both wanderlusters as well. We love travelling together
ReplyDeleteLove what you guys did. The full ramifications of Covid-19 may not be known for years to come. You guys are an inspiration. Beat Covids butt!!
ReplyDeleteI went to a Hindu wedding since. It was my good friend's from college. It was amazing. The rituals are steeped in culture and they really know how to celebrate.
ReplyDeleteI can totally agree. Being a Christian I don't think we have as many rituals. It is very steeped and precious
DeleteAww! Personally if 'table wedding' was my only option I would have done it because marrying the one I love is the only thing that matters.
ReplyDeleteCheers to getting it done. My Sunday songs today will be old Indian film songs dedicated to you guys!
ReplyDeleteAnything Rishi Kapoor thank you
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