The first day of jet-lag was hard, but passes quickly with sleep. The first day of the wedding was tiring but enjoyable - there was much toasting, eating, and merrymaking. The second day of the wedding was easier, and shorter. The ceremony in the Eastern Orthodox Church was amazing; this meant so much to Maryna and her family. I don't regret making the trip either, I love this country's people so much. Though their average income is only $100 a month, Maryna's family gave us over $5000! In the U.S. we received more gifts than money - but nothing like the gifts in Belarus. Their people are so kind, some of them gave a year's salary! Not to mention that all the gifts were made in dollars, not rubles.
