Weddings are truly a cultural experience. Weddings in Thailand – at least those I have been too – are similar to religious ceremonies in the US in that the pastor reads through what is expected of each throughout the marriage. They also talk about it being a union that God instituted. (Of course, this is what I know from my students’ translations!). Also, friends of the bride and/or groom sing songs for them. The ceremony is generally really short, depending on…read more
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