Ritual Ceremony

Ritual Ceremony Just as you all have been preparing for one of lifes biggest rituals applying to and going off to college I, too, have been preparing for another of lifes big rituals: getting married. Tomorrow, I will marry an amazing woman (and, yes, an MIT alumna). Together, we will declare our love before our gathered family and friends, and celebrate our union. The following day, she and I will depart for our first trip together as a married couple, as we explore romantic Italy. As Ive been preparing for the big day, I certainly find myself empathizing with your situation its exciting, but at the same time, theres a bit of anxiety. For me, the anxiety is about planning the big event: have we forgotten anything? WIll our guests enjoy themselves? Your anxieties are different, but just as real. But I know that in the end, for you and for me, things will turn out well regardless. My wedding and honeymoon does mean Ill be off email and the blogs for the next two weeks. If you have a pending question, my colleagues in Admissions will be happy to help you. And not 24 hours after I return from Italy, Im on another plane, this one to San Francisco, where Ill be doing three Central Meetings (and seeing Mitra Sam!). If youre in Northern California, I hope to see you, too. Best wishes to all of us as we together enjoy lifes great adventures!