the ninong/ninang agenda

We agreed to have seven pairs (3 from me, 3 from her, 1 common) ... but right now we still have ten on our list... wanna help doing the pick? #there-is-a-requirement-though =D

Rej and I were very careful about this one. Our first criteria in picking a ninong/ninang is the testimony of the marriage. Who wouldn't want to witness and be modeled by a God-ordained and God-blessed marriage?! Of course we're aware that we're incapable of finding perfections in marriages. But we do honor couples who have stood firm in their faithfulness to God with their vows of sanctifying their marriage to give glory to the Lord as they minister the Gospel and make God's love known through their genuine love and intentional fidelity to their only spouse. #plusablessedparenting

We also wanna be strict at picking those who can really attend the wedding ceremony--we never want them to miss witnessing our sacred vows being sealed in the Lord's presence. Bu have you ever thought of cheap presence wrapped in a cheap signature? Well, this happens when you invite your principal sponsors, they show up on the wedding day... they sign their best signatures... but will miss the way you live your marriage and raise your family for the rest of their lives! The Principal Sponsors should never be counted as decorations of a wedding because they weren't meant for the event but for the marriage and family life of the couple. #notethiswell

At the end of the decision-string, it really brings persistent delight being sure that we can go to them (selected Ninong and Ninang) and be accommodated genuinely as if we really are a son and a daughter to them. #anytime #anywhere #anyhow =)


And to note, right now, we already feel blessed at the list we have. Woohoo!

dream with a cost

A personal shot at the hearted-venue.

[Something] on this pavement awaken a girlhood dream. I was entranced.

I’m glad mom and I pursued visiting Palos Verdes today. And by way of math (Really, the season of engagement awakened our skills in Math, Language, Reading, Science, Socials, Literature, TLE, and GMRC—Good news, only elementary skills are required for marriage. But doctorate level of faith and obedience is equally compelled.), we made forecasts for the event.

So, here we are–keeping all the stressors in prayer (third of forty).

God is throughtful, i know!

Where will "Definitely." be?

Less than three months to go, here comes a great option adjacent to what we consider as the best venue for the “Day.” Palos Verdes come close to Villa De Mercedes. Aside that it’s nearer (Diversion/Maa Road–going Crocodile Park), it has spacious pool-side area for the ceremony. And the big PLUS? They offer an in-door hall for the reception… *big smiles*

Here’s to our visual side: PALOS VERDES

Looks like we’re tilting a bit. We will know come Tuesday. (And please help us pray for favor, okay?) =)

I love the beach-like-factor in VDM, though…

(Notes: @VDM–Separate payments for pool-side, sand and garden usage; Similar rates on food)…

VILLA DE MERCEDES, Toril:

From all the host of things to consider, our primary concern is where shall we say, 

“I do.”

“Definitely.”