Wedding photos after an truly amazing day!

We had the experience of a lifetime today when we were included as part of Nana's immediate family for her wedding. Yesterday we moved into a nearby hotel to get an early start on the big day and avoid potential problems with Jakarta traffic. We were up at 5 am waiting for further instructions. We were soon whisked over to the large hall that was prepared to handle the estimated 700 close friends and relatives expected. The rains held that number down a bit but a large group turned out to offer their congratulations and witness this event.

All made up with false eyelashes...

Laurie was whisked off to be made up and dressed in the traditional costume tailor-made just for her. I was nearby getting into my costume with the men in the family, including Nana's close friend Daniel who had just flown in from Ireland for the event. We were quickly dressed and joined the seated family for the formal vows and documentation, which was the legal part of the wedding.

...and blingy shoes.

The vows:

Wedding ring during the vows.

After a short break for food and to allow the bride and groom to change into their gorgeous Minangkabau attire, including the amazing headdress that Nana wore, we were back for a formal procession and much greeting and photo taking.

Bride and groom ready to greet the guests.

Nana's family (left to right): Kiki, Koko, Ayu (Koko's wife),
Junizir (Nana's dad), Munaryati (Nana's mom), Iin, Reza, and Didid 

Daniel, Eko, Nana, Dale, Laurie

Sunting (Minangkabau headdress)

We had VIP seating for a huge spread of fancy Indonesian food and met many people including some that offered us places to stay, took our photos, and generally greeted us with open arms. This event lasted 3-4 hours but will be with us for a lifetime.

Iin was the prime organizer of the wedding.

Just some of the delicious food served at the reception.

Reza and Kiki

Dale and Laurie looking good.

Reza and Daniel eating in the VIP area.

Reza's brother and his family with Mama Nana, Dale, Daniel and me.

Bride & groom with parents.

These guys rocked with their
a capella oldies style.

When we got back, the power went out for a couple of hours and we went on visiting and sharing stories about the day and other things. Nana's parents got some much needed rest and Nana's brothers and Daniel have just left along with Nana and Eko who headed out for their first night at their new home. We will have much more to share about this amazing wedding soon, but, for now here are a few photos that capture a little of the scene.

Tomorrow we have some more local adventures planned in Jakarta with Nana and family and then we will head out for new areas.