In addition to the weddings, we had a first rice ceremony for Torin (Mookhe Bhathe). The above photo shows the rugs that Takuma made for the rice ceremony.
The ceremony is traditionally performed by the mother's brother. As luck would have it, my brother Nat was there, and more than happy to be a part of the festivities. The above picture shows that first part of the ceremony, where Torin was presented with some items on a tray: a pen, a book, some clay, some money. He picked the pen, which I believe symbolizes wisdom.
Nat and Torin, neither of them is sure what will happen next...
This is Torin's 'first meal'. He didn't actually eat any of it, but Nat touched each item to his lips. Nat was then expected to finish the food himself...although nobody told him this before the huge lunch which was right before the ceremony.
Baby Torin, asleep after the big event...
In addition to the weddings, we had a first rice ceremony for Torin (Mookhe Bhathe). The above photo shows the rugs that Takuma made for the rice ceremony.
The ceremony is traditionally performed by the mother's brother. As luck would have it, my brother Nat was there, and more than happy to be a part of the festivities. The above picture shows that first part of the ceremony, where Torin was presented with some items on a tray: a pen, a book, some clay, some money. He picked the pen, which I believe symbolizes wisdom.
Nat and Torin, neither of them is sure what will happen next...
This is Torin's 'first meal'. He didn't actually eat any of it, but Nat touched each item to his lips. Nat was then expected to finish the food himself...although nobody told him this before the huge lunch which was right before the ceremony.
Baby Torin, asleep after the big event...
2 comments:
He is so precious Janet! Thank you for sharing all these experiences! I love learning about Torin's heritage!
Luckily Abir was there to help me finish the food!
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