Love,Mrs. Gujarathi.

                                                                             (via)The Queen City is drenched in showers and the night sky is growling with frequent thunder. It is the storm before the calm. My grandma tells me the rain is a blessing from the heavens; the Gods are happy she says. My sister makes the situation less celestial by… Continue reading Night before the wedding.

I cant sleep anymore.

We got our Marriage License today. One of my blouses for a sari. It makes me feel like royalty. Lifelong supply of bangles. It matches all the indian outfits I own in every color. Nephew # 2 helping my sister-in-law to make some dough balls for roti. My behind. As documented by my nephew. 

I am home, in Charlotte, where wedding preparations are in full swing at my parent's house. My 4 aunts usually get here around 11 am and stay till dinner to help my mom with whatever she needs. Anytime I lift a finger to help, I instantly get yelled at. They want me to relax, and to… Continue reading Wedding Preparations.