As in Indian tradition - Rahul arrives at the temple on horseback with his family and friends
The bride-to-be Karen must NOT be seen yet - here she is being covered by her sisters
WEDDINGS WE'VE ATTENDED II
We recently attended Rahul & Karen Patel's wedding on June 25th. The happy couple had a unique wedding celebration. Coming from two totally different backgrounds - they celebrated with a Hindu ceremony and Christian ceremony.
I use to work with Rahul at PCCI, Inc. when I was living in VA and of course he would bring Karen whenever we hung out.
Through the years - Karen, Bridgette, Christy and myself would hang out, have "Girls Night", and eventually helped one another with wedding plans. We are all married and living happily in different areas.
Team Patel - Rahul & Karen currently reside in Falls Church, VA
Team Ciaramatero - Mike & Christy currently reside in Tyson's Corner, VA but will be moving to California soon
Team Pfeufer - Tony & Bridgette currently reside in Rockville, MD
Team Early - Cy & Wendy & Baby Evan reside in Columbia, SC
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As in Indian tradition - Rahul arrives at the temple on horseback with his family and friends
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The bride-to-be Karen must NOT be seen yet - here she is being covered by her sisters
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Mother-of-the-bride greets Rahul before entering the temple
Mr. and Mrs. Rahul Patel
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Another tradition is the bride & groom have to walk around a ring of fire Inside the temple - Karen being unveiled |
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Karen with henna tattooed hands
Bridgette, Christy, Karen and Wendy
Karen, Wendy & Evan
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Exchanging the vows
Indian reception - just outside the temple
Christian ceremony - Rahul's parent's house
Mr. & Mrs. Rahul Patel |
