Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Monday, July 28, 2008
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Monday, July 21, 2008
Dion's Nwaran (Hindu naming ceremony)
On the 11th day after birth, babies are given their Hindu name as part of a ceremony known as Nwaran. After examining Dion's horoscope, the priest determined that his holy name begins with the letter P. We have tentatively chosen Paul as his religious name.
Dion receiving his raksha bandan (sacred thread).
After the ceremony the ceremonial site gets a bit messy.
Tamara receiving a blessing from the priest.
Shom receiving his raksha bandan (sacred thread).
Shom presses a flower petal to Dion's hand.

Dion praying (while sleeping).
Dion slept through most of his naming ceremony.
The priest gives Dion tika (a blessing).

Dion praying (while sleeping).
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Seventh Day of Dion
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
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