hooray for priya & nathan

This past weekend, Peter and I traveled to Cincinnati to attend our friend Priya's wedding. Priya and I met as Fulbright teachers in Taiwan (where she heroically killed roaches in our first apartment). Every year, my girlfriends from Taiwan--Julianna, Katherine, Mary (who was very much missed this weekend), Priya--and I try to get together for a mini-reunion (see August 2005 posts for the beginnings of a glorious friendship). This year's reunion was extra special.

Priya ("I don't think I'll ever get married") was a gorgeous bride, both in a resplendent red and gold sari first and elegant white gown later. Like Priya's younger sister said in her toast, Nathan and Priya will take care of each other in just the ways each of them needs. I couldn't be happier for them.

Sitting at dinner, Julianna, Katherine, and I marveled at how quickly four years have gone by since we first met each other. In many ways, these girls know me better than friends I've known much longer--my time in Taiwan was that formative (for all us, really). Seeing them is like breathing a much needed breath of fresh air. I can't wait till next time. 我很想妳們!


Me, Julianna, and Katherine on Roebling Bridge. Pete and Katherine's boyfriend Adam.


Across the Ohio River at Hofrabrauhaus in Newport, KY.


Wearing saris for the morning's Hindu ceremonies.


The extended wedding party and the beautiful bride!


Priya showing her mettle by symbolically carrying water to her husband's family as groomsmen dance to block her way.


The handsome couple.


At the reception.