Went for the bride's mehndi ceremony today. Short stop before heading home to discuss the rites/rituals with the pandits and parents. After sticking strongly to my stand of 1.5 hr wedding ceremony, I got my way. At least on paper - I cannot trust pandits or parents when it comes to ceremonies.
The house is silent now as everyone is out - few moments of silence before 3 days of chaos. Calm before the storm.