Wedding Day Musician

During our three weeks stay in the Phils, we never thought that we need a musician since it is not really necessary but I want our wedding to be more intimate and romantic. And as a bride I want to have a grandiose or probably a dramatic entrance that will tug my heart. :) And for that three weeks I know that we can’t find one whom you’ll entrusted for our big day. I consider two things: EXPERTISE and BUDGET FRIENDLY. I’ve read that it is much better to hear them playing personally to make sure they are the one whose playing the sample music but it is no longer possible. . .

My spare time was spent through browsing the wedding directories and sends my queries to potential persons/group. Until I found Augustine Music and Sounds… their experience in Kuwait appeals me much maybe because were currently in the Middle East country and its plays a big part of my considerations I guess. I get a response faster than I expected from Tito Mar. We discussed the details thru email and phone calls. Rates are a bit higher since it is out of town wedding but its fits our budget. What I really like about them is they had all that I need from coordinators to singer/emcee. I’ve meet Tita Mel (coordinator) once for the details of the wedding.

I asked for TRIO (violin, bass, and piano),singer/emcee, and a day coordinator.. My guest was pleased because the program was coordinated properly, very professional, and nice persons I’ve met. I deeply appreciated these kind of people that treat you like your own family and who makes my day really special. You may contact Tito Mar/ Tita Mel at 9300621, ,09173520410, 09167978019 (mel.)


http://augustinemusic.synthasite.com
email: mariolupato@yahoo.com

Bridesmaid No More

I can’t remember how many times I’ve been a bridesmaid or maid of honor to a friends and relatives. It’s exactly like Claudine Baretto’s movie “Got to believe” that she is waiting for God’s gift to be with for the rest of your life.

Well, well, well.. I am saying goodbye to this fantasy because I will finally tie knots to my long time Intramuros day’s boyfriend. And when you get excited you wouldn’t know where to start.

Here I am sharing my wedding planning itinerary.

Pamamanhikan- where my boyfriend’s family met my family to talk about the some details especially the date of the wedding.

Church( St. Joseph the Patriarch Parish Church, San Jose, batangas)- for registration, checks the availability of the said date, and wedding seminar as well.

Reception- Blueroze Farms. Venue needs for reservation as well since I don’t go for the Traditional Batangas Wedding wherein the reception took place at bride's residence and commonly celebrates for three days.

Photo and Videographer- Ariel Javelosa Photography

Florist & Make Up- While having our first seminar, the catechist itself is a florist as part of her sideline. There’s no need to find a make up artist since Tita Miles of Miles Salon will take care of my beauty on that day.

Wedding Gown- Mariventi

Wedding entourage gown- In Batangas, there are so called “1st rent use,” which means I’ll choose the design and fabric to be used but the price is cheaper since after the said event you have to gave it back.Thanks to Nanay Gloria of Glendale Collection in Ibaan, Batangas.

Souvenir- Papemelroti

Musician- Augustine Music and Sounds

Cakes and Invitations (Paperflair by Adworksgrfx) - c/o my beautiful Sister-in-laws Ate Ruby & Ne

Bridal Car- c/o Ate Ruby’s Pajero

**This blog was made before I left Bahrain last Novemeber 2006 for our wedding. Sorry I wasn't able to post it...

Wedding Gown

One of the most exciting parts of the preparation of our wedding is the dress that I will wear on that special day- my bridal gown . I have tons of wedding magazines lend from my friend, Tita Miles, who happened to be my make up artist on the big day. Unfortunately I realize that the more designs to choose from the harder to decide. I returned the magazines with no final designs on my mind. We went to Taal, Batangas where plenty of bridal gowns are available, we even canvass but the problem is we don’t know what exactly we are looking for.

Until I remember my husbands eldest sister (Ate Ruby) dress when she had her oath taking when she passed the BAR exam. I don’t hesitate to ask her about it and courteously accompany us to her “couturier.” We failed to meet the designer since she's currently having her medications so I have tons of magazines to choose from then she will just enhance the design and wait till I confirm the said design. Maybe, I know that we are running out of time and given that it was well explained I finally decided what kind of fabric and designs to be used at a reasonable price.

Now, we just communicate thru email but my gown was simple yet elegant. I cant wait to see myself wearing it.

Civil Wedding

We've been boyfriend-girlfriend for almost 7 years already and marriage is part of the plan but our financial aspect is not ready. My boyfriend work overseas since opportunity came. I am so lucky that after 5 mos. he decided to fly home to make our marriage vows happen. In which, our birth certificate, and two witnesses are the only requirements. There were some "glitches" included but it was really a long story.

Finally, when I first say my "I DO" on our civil wedding (April 25, 2007) I feel like floating and can't remember exactly what was happening. I even told my husband if we he said our wedding vows(To have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness or in health, to love and to cherish 'till death do us part.)hehe

After a month I was given a housewife visa wherein I was sponsored by his company. However, we decided not to have a child yet not until we receive a blessing from the church.