wedding - Exactly 13 Arras, or coins, are carried in a pouch and brought to the altar by the coin sponsors. The Arras are then blessed for the groom to gift his bride as he promises the welfare of her and their future family. Traditionally, the promise is made by the groom, hrough the Catholic veil ceremony, two individuals are bonded and recognized as one. The veil sponsors drape one side of a white veil over the bride’s head and the other side over the groom’s shoulder as a symbol of unity. the Yugal or infinity shaped cord is incorporated as a representation of the couple’s bond and union. Their sponsors will place the Yugal on top of the veil as the couple receives their blessing. two outer candles and one unity candle - each outer candle represents the past experiences and their own family. after this, these candles are extinguished and the unity candle is lit.money dance - men and women line in with money attached to pins, take turns to dance with bride and groom and pin them.
Being “sweet” and “neutral,” oatmeal encourages peristalsis and nourishes the spleen, liver and “qi” while reducing sweating.Black rice nurtures the body’s “yin” and the kidney, improves eyesight and promotes blood circulation. Glutinous rice is best for detoxifying and warming up the body. White rice nourishes the stomach and strengthens the body, while brown rice encourages peristalsis.