Ninmen Hao
First off, let me be very clear, This was not MY wedding. Apparently it is becoming a a tradition at Luoyang No. 2 Foreign Language School to invite all of the foreigners to your wedding. This was a truly awesome experience, I had no idea that This was even a possibility. This was a great opportunity to see a completely new side of Chinese culture. Here are some photos from the day:
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| The lovely bride and handsome groom |
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| The flower girl and "ring bearer" |
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| The spread |
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| The center piece, soda, Bijou, peanuts, and cigarettes |
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| The MC and the soon to be married couple |
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| It's smiling at me... |
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| The "party favor" |
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| A close up on the danger... |
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| The flower girl doubles as the "candle angel" |
This ceremony was a very intriguing mix of western influences and traditional Chinese actions. While all of the speeches were being made, in Chinese, it was never quiet. I actually wondered if anyone besides me and the families of the bride and groom were paying attention. Really though, this whole experience was pretty cool. So cool that I actually have another wedding next Wednesday (and at least one more in October). Awesome!
On a different note, Friday is Teacher day here No. 2, this consists of sending the students home early, at least one tug-of-war between the English Junior 1 and Junior 2 teams, A musical performance from the four foreign teachers (woo hoo), a banquet at an awesome restaurant, and a bonus. That's right, I've been at this school for less than two weeks and Principal Bi is giving me (and the other foreign teachers) a 500 yuan bonus (the Chinese teacher are getting 1000 yuan). I remember getting a small Hersey's kiss for teacher appreciation week last year... it's all about morale. This has been an interesting week and we aren't even done yet. Who knows what's next. I miss you all, thanks for the great messages.
Zaijian!
SO cool! I am completely jealous of you right now - so much good food and so much to see and do. I'm enjoying reading your blog and looking at your photos - I hope you don't get tired of posting, because it's cool to see what you're up to! Take care - Nic
ReplyDeleteLoving the updates Bro. Glad things are going so well. I’m going to try and remember to sign up for Skype and getting a microphone for the laptop this weekend. Hope you're able to keep up with Rocktember '10. Started getting good as soon you left the country. Take care and talk to you soon - Bill
ReplyDeleteOk....52%!!! REALLY!!! Please tell me didn't consume such a beverage?! I am laughing my ass off at how you tower over the people. Now don't get a super ego here but they must think you're a GOD! Oh lord. Hey, if you do decide to get hitched I hope that I am invited!
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