Yes here too yesday me and DH went for purchase of 9 yards Sungudi Saree.... And the colour too was light color, which is given to elder sister of my DH... They are coming early morning tomoorow... As asked, MIL told, they dont have the tradition of Okkarai at our home... Only appam is made.. Nandri
Already discussed and suggestion are in the link by Chitra madam in different traditions.You can check that if your time permits.Regarding kolam we do padi kolam using wet rice mavu and borders with kaavi. Padi Kolam | www.iKolam.com http://www.indusladies.com/forums/f...s/5293-sumangali-prarthanai-and-pondugal.html
Yes ezhai kolam is to be drawn on this day since this is an auspicious occasion.I wish the function all success. Just relax.
dear frenz A small update Yesterday was very awesome. As called for 7 sumangalis were present at home and the pooja was done in traditional way right from entering of house with Manjal, kunkumam then lunch was served to all.... I really cried when calling for all the departed sumangali souls.... Really felt very happy today....after long years of performing this praarthana... Thank you all for support... Nandri