My brother's engagement party

One of the reasons for our trip to India was my brothers engagement party. In India the engagement can be almost as big and grad as the wedding itself

Paulette getting ready--a beautician helps with hair, wrapping the sari & the jewelry
Jasmine flowers in the hair is an absolute must at any party

My brother and Devin in Indian Suits
Naomi, Devin and I all ready for the party
My family
Cooks that cooked food for over 1000 guests

Food is cooked outside in huge vats over fire
We eat on banana leaves not plates... kinda like paper plates :)