We were able to go two weddngs (Sona & Pav and Sokhom and Phanna) on successive days (March 18 and 19). Both of these couples were married in chapels (much different that the traditional Khmae way). Both couples are faithful members of the Church and desire to set an example for others to follow. The tradition is that the parents decide who will marry and will grant permission to proceed.
The wedding is usually held at a home or another special place followed by a dinner where hundreds of your closest friends are invited. As guest arrive they return their invitation with a gift of money to the family.
Sometimes the events make money … sometimes they don’t. Many of the young people in the church are reluctant to marry because they can’t afford the trappings and process that surrounds the wedding. These couples both tried to respect their parents wishes and, at the same time, to follow a slightly different course.
Both events were greay with great support from friends and family. We’re proud of both couples.
We were able to go two weddngs (Sona & Pav and Sokhom and Phanna) on successive days (March 18 and 19). Both of these couples were married in chapels (much different that the traditional Khmae way). Both couples are faithful members of the Church and desire to set an example for others to follow. The tradition is that the parents decide who will marry and will grant permission to proceed. 
The wedding is usually held at a home or another special place followed by a dinner where hundreds of your closest friends are invited. As guest arrive they return their invitation with a gift of money to the family. 
Sometimes the events make money … sometimes they don’t. Many of the young people in the church are reluctant to marry because they can’t afford the trappings and process that surrounds the wedding. These couples both tried to respect their parents wishes and, at the same time, to follow a slightly different course. 
Both events were greay with great support from friends and family. We’re proud of both couples.
