Nostalgia Part 1

I have 2 more hours to chill before i go to work and i thought i might as well take this opportunity to blog about something that's gotten my head spinning (in a good way, though) for the past couple of weeks.  You see, one of my best friends is getting married this July and it is my honor to be part of its planning.   From menu to venue, from motif to gown design, from photographer to couturier, and so on.  I feel so hands-on; it almost feels like i am planning for my own. :)

As i was browsing the net in search of photos and wedding ideas, i remembered i have photos of the most memorable weddings i have attended and have been a part of.  Here are just some of them.  

Hanna and Bernard.  On this wedding day, i was the event hostess.  I loved the green and blue gowns by our good friend, Tina Genteroy.  She styled me too and taught me how to put on makeup.  For the first time in my life, i did not have to ask anybody to put on my makeup.  That night, too, i sang with the band (blame the flowing red wine) until they turned off the mic.  Hahaha! Epic night. ;)  The reception area was so pretty; it even had a swimming pool overlooking Laoag river.  It was beautiful at night.  After the program, we stayed by the pool, drank some more, and spent the night with the bride and her entourage.  More like a wedding slash girls' night.  Under the stars.  Pop band.  All these elements i can still remember. ;)

i miss hosting!

 

Carol and Eric.  Carol is my bestest best friend.   We have known each other since 1st year in college and we have been inseparable since.  She, her mom, grandparents, aunts and cousins are like family to me; i am spoiled with good food every time i pay them a visit.  She and Tita Estelie are the sweetest mother-daughter tandem that i have ever known.  I am so happy that she had met a person as good as Eric to be her husband, and also very happy that she chose me to be her maid of honor. :)  The night before their wedding i actually slept next to the bride and somehow "absorbed" the jitters that she was supposed to feel.  On the wedding day itself, i was nervous, anxious, excited, elated, almost floating. Seriously - it felt weird! Haha!  The wedding, reception, party, etc. were all perfect.  And did i mention we all hung out at the couple's room on their wedding night? ;)

Romma and Von.  Two of the best dentists and most down-to-earth people i know.  My best cousin, Romma, treats me like the sister she never had.  We have been there for each other since God-knows-when.  I love her dearly.  Her wedding is probably the one that had the least preparation time i have encountered!  I think in a matter of 2 months all the details have been planned and finalized.  Haha!  Everything went well, nevertheless.  Our friends, relatives were all there to witness the event.  Looking back, i realized i was still skinny then; how i wish i can get back into shape again.  :(  Anyway, i was the maid of honor slash photographer.  It was a blast! :)

Tin and JP.  Fuchsia and tangerine.  Every single guest on this wedding was stunningly beautiful; thanks to the genes of both parties. ;)  Other than that, the music they played, the food served, the venue, the host, the souvenirs, down to the smallest details like thank you photocards, etc. I can go on and on about how beautiful the sights, flavors and sounds. Simple yet elegant - very Tin! :)  I was asked to say the Psalms at their wedding.  From up the altar, all i can see were beautiful creatures in beautiful clothes.  I felt the love in the room; the smiles and happy tears were all very sincere.  I was very happy for Tin; JP is so lucky to have found a lady who is smart, beautiful, kind and strong at the same time... not to mention a very good cook!

Jasmine and Marlo.  I was both a bridesmaid and secondary sponsor at the ceremonies.  It was very intimate - i swear there were not even a hundred guests.  I guess this is how it goes for couples who want to celebrate their friendship and love with the people who actually know and love them.  At the reception, standup comedians graced the show.  It was more than a party - it was a riot! :)  I loved the food - this is what i remember the most. :)  The simplicity of the event, the first dance of the couple (Insomnia by Craig David), the crazy acts by the entertainers, the food, and the intimacy.  It was simply beautiful. :)

Oh wow.  Now i am even more excited to plan for Lyndy's wedding!  Maybe tomorrow i can scour old photos of the weddings i have attended as a guest.  :)  I just love weddings.  Don't we all? :)