She has explored 45 states and 13 countries. And I had a lot of fun reading it.Ariel Tachna is a polyglot linguaphile with a passion for travel, yarn, orchids, and romance.
We get to learn a little about the place and the people, but we also get to see just the normal family life of Nik’s family and friends. I liked this little dunk into the cultural pool, though. I’ve always been intrigued by Indian culture–no doubt a result of a Bollywood binge ‘inflicted’ on my by a friend when I was in uni–though I really don’t know all that much about it. My last contribution to our blog’s monthly advent calendar event is this wonderful little story. With all the foreign customs and people around him, Trent can’t help but feel that this meeting of families is going to be a disaster.
Because as nice as Nik’s parent’s were when they visited them at home, India is a whole other barrel of fish. While everyone there knows who he is–and more importantly, who he is to Trent–he is not all that sure what kind of reception they will get once they land. Travelling to India to meets his boyfriend’s extended family during the holiday season is a bit nerve wracking for Trent. Whether the trip leads to misunderstandings that will drive them apart or to a new understanding that will draw them closer than ever, it’s sure to be an experience they’ll never forget. At the same time, Trent worries Nik’s big, close-knit family won’t accept an American-much less a man-as Nik’s partner and that his presence will impede the otherwise happy reunion. As excited as he is to see everyone again, he worries the foreign culture, religious differences, and disapproval might shock Trent. Now that his relationship with them is less strained, he’s bringing his boyfriend Trent along to celebrate the winter holidays.
Nikhilesh (Nik) Sharma hasn’t been home to Alappuzha, India, since he came out to his family ten years ago. SERIES: Dreamspinner Advent Calendar 2014 Celebrate
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