I'm loving your story! While working in San Francisco, I met a woman whose parents arranged her marriage. She was from Hong Kong and had come to UC Berkeley for her undergrad studies. She told me she'd fallen in love w/ a student, but when her father came at graduation, her father said they'd arranged a marriage for her. I asked if she was saddened by that. She explained that she was young and unaware but her parents knew her and set up a more appropriate match. She'd been married 12 yrs when I met her and they were quite content. For me it was another way to look at the world, not just the adage, Love conquers all. Looking forward to your next chapter!
Well I did guess that that “boy” ended up being your husband, and I’m so happy that your marriage worked for you. Coming to a new country would be daunting enough, let alone just meeting someone on the advice of your parents, then two week later married, plus being separated for six months! I love how you are telling this story Neera, it definitely is book worthy.
I loved reading your story. It's fascinating, and I'm so glad you got off in Melbourne. Your reluctance to seek help reminded me how insecure I was at that age. Am I supposed to know this or is it ok to ask? The photos add a beautiful touch.
Beautiful story and your narrative captivated me! It is indeed very interesting to read about this side of arranged marriage, because it's more often we hear about laments and drama "forced marriages". And you're a very courageous woman!
What a wonderful story and so beautifully told. It made compulsive reading and I can’t wait for the next episode.
I'm loving your story! While working in San Francisco, I met a woman whose parents arranged her marriage. She was from Hong Kong and had come to UC Berkeley for her undergrad studies. She told me she'd fallen in love w/ a student, but when her father came at graduation, her father said they'd arranged a marriage for her. I asked if she was saddened by that. She explained that she was young and unaware but her parents knew her and set up a more appropriate match. She'd been married 12 yrs when I met her and they were quite content. For me it was another way to look at the world, not just the adage, Love conquers all. Looking forward to your next chapter!
I love this love story so far! Excited for the next episode.
Beautiful!! You're so brave and I'm glad it all worked out well for you!!
Well I did guess that that “boy” ended up being your husband, and I’m so happy that your marriage worked for you. Coming to a new country would be daunting enough, let alone just meeting someone on the advice of your parents, then two week later married, plus being separated for six months! I love how you are telling this story Neera, it definitely is book worthy.
I loved reading your story. It's fascinating, and I'm so glad you got off in Melbourne. Your reluctance to seek help reminded me how insecure I was at that age. Am I supposed to know this or is it ok to ask? The photos add a beautiful touch.
I am so enjoying reading about your beautiful life across continents
Totally agree with Sandra! I love this story.
Beautiful story and your narrative captivated me! It is indeed very interesting to read about this side of arranged marriage, because it's more often we hear about laments and drama "forced marriages". And you're a very courageous woman!