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I am at a wedding
The decor in the setting
Is a lavish display
Adding to the flavour of the day
The hall is quite full
Seated, no push or pull
The pandit asks me to speak
I attempt something I hope they’ll keep
“Hare Krishna! Namaste!
What I want to say
Is blessings to our couple
Though one, they are double
Will learn to serve and share
In these times it is rare
To submit to another
It is Kali Yuga, my brother”
All took to the chants
I did not get them to dance
The groom was listening
Not present, the bride was fixing
Hair and gown in tradition late
We were made to patiently wait
But first down the aisle
4-year-olds in style
In mobile mini car, looking cute
Dressed in slick Indian zoot
Followed by the bride in red
Confident about being wed
The pandit recites mantras
Which conjures up something wondrous
Vows are now made
Mutual service is conveyed
Flower petals strewn in the air
Photo flashes add to the flair