Wednesday, September 9, 2009

We like to dress up and party

As promised I have more pictures to show. There are pictures of four festivities: the pre party at the groom's house, the Sikh wedding, the Hindu wedding and the reception. It was just amazing to get to see my extended family again after so long. Grace did as well as expected and Dave got along with everyone great. Here is a glimpse into an extravagant Indian wedding!


At the pre-party with my cousin Romica.

Outside the Sikh temple on Friday morning with my three gorgeous cousins.

At the Hindu wedding on Friday night. It was at Sherwood Country club and was just beautiful. After the ceremony there was dinner and dancing. I am wearing a saree, Grace is wearing a Salwar Kameez and Dave is wearing an Indian type suit jacket. (I know there are better pictures of us from that night, but this was all I had for now).

This is from the reception held at the Bacara resort in Santa Barbara.

After lots of dancing.
Eating a nice dinner with my sisters.

My mum and my sisters Becky and Rachel.

My dad with my cousins
This is what happens with centerpieces at 3 in the morning.


Yeah for photobooths!

And not to be forgotten, my cousin Subir and his beautiful bride Smeeta.

5 comments:

Jon and Maryanne said...

Soooooooo beautiful!!!!!! I love the Indian culture!

Jessi said...

Hi Amanda-- Your sarees are gorgeous! I still have mine from when I was over there, but have no idea how to wrap one and nowhere to wear them! Your family is so adorable. --Jessi Shoemaker

Jen said...

Looks like a lot of fun! It's different to see you dressed like that!

Macdonalds said...

Your dresses are incredible! You guys look great!

chelsea mckell said...

WOW - I know feel more cultured just reading that :)
Amazing, amazing clothing. Grace is so lucky to get to grow up with a family like yours!

And that last picture... is the the BIGGEST CAKE I've ever seen. Wow.

And most important...HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!