Comments on: Travel Bride Series: What Exactly Is A Balinese Blessing Ceremony?

By: Travel Betty

Travel Betty — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 00:35:14 +0000

Thanks for the comments, everyone!

Kat, TB and I had originally planned to create our own ceremony too. I think the rituals are the best part. Good luck!

Bruce, I do hope the teachings will guide us as well. I’ll keep you all posted!

Case, from what I hear, Bali has changed tremendously over the past few decades, but I can attest that the people are still gracious and lovely as ever.

Holly, I can’t believe it’s been 13 years!! Contrats

Olga, it only took about a 1/2 hour for the ceremony. We also had 2 Balinese dance performances to start and finish so in total it was about 45 minutes or so. Just about right. Our next big trip will be our official honeymoon in Argentina probably this fall. We do have some smaller trips planned before that, most notably Vancouver planned in April.

Thanks, Amy!

By: Amyl

Amyl — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 00:27:33 +0000

Congratulations on the beautiful wedding!

By: Olga, the Traveling Bra

Olga, the Traveling Bra — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 06:25:48 +0000

WOW! How long did that cermony take?!?

Seriously, I think it’s very cool that you guys did something unique and that you’ll never forget! Congrats!!!!

Happy New Year to both Mr. & Mrs. Travel Betty!
xoxo
~Olga
PS: Got any fun upcoming trips planned?

By: holly link

holly link — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 15:28:49 +0000

Whoa! I got confused at my wedding ceremony and all I had to do was do the unity candle and a few other things (don’t remember, almost 13 years ago). Sounds like a great experience and congratulations

By: Case Stevens

Case Stevens — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 12:24:09 +0000

Aaaah, Bali!
Must be more than 25 years ago since I visited this beautiful island. Enjoyed the sun, beach, food and especially the wonderful people. Attended some ceremonies from locals and they were always awesome.
Hope it didn’t change too much since.

By: Bruce

Bruce — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 11:01:26 +0000

What a good idea. The huge difference from a traditional western wedding high lights the importance of the commitment and the importance the society places on that commitment. I am glad you shared this with all of us. I hope the teachings in the ritual motivate both you and your husband throughout your married years together.

By: Kung Foodie Kat

Kung Foodie Kat — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 10:13:23 +0000

Awww…this is so great. Love the photo with you both and the duck. ;-D

I’ve been researching ceremonies and rituals as the Big D and I are getting married in May. We’re both a bit on the wild side and want to create our own but there’s something to be said for incorporating centuries old traditions.