Lovely flowers from last night. :)

Waking up to pretty flowers from last night's wedding reception. ;)

My Ever After.

I never thought my preparation for so many months would just commence in a few hours. I never thought that last minute glitches would still be present - but like stress, they come uninvited all the time. But the beauty of it all is that no matter what had happened before and during the day itself, it all comes to my conclusion - that everything was all worth it. Worth all the stress, the sleepless nights, the pain from all the agonizing feuds, and from everything that I had dealt all along the way came floating away as soon as I became ONE with the one I love. I am so grateful to all special people who made my preparations seem easy and bearable. Grateful to family for always being there. And for all those people who included us in their daily prayers - GRATITUDE goes to all of you.

Our invitations were beautifully made by The Write Impression.

Seconds before I walked down what it seems to be a very long aisle...

My purse was made by a good friend, Kieth Bitor. His line is called Enviya Prive.

My beautiful Bridal Bouquet was put together by a talented lady named Atit Cortes. These flowers arrived a day before and must be handled with utmost care because it is very delicate. 

My Wedding Gown in its shining glory. I went for the Classic design because I know that when I will look back many years from now, I would certainly and still be in love with my dress. My gown was made by Nora Lucia Dominguez.

My sister-in-law Lucy insisted on getting me a custom-made shoes for my big day for comfort sake - and yes, it did get me by the wee hours of the morning. It was so pretty that I didn't want to wear it. It is made by Lila Almario.

Our Bridal Car.

Inside the Church for our Nuptial Ceremony. We had 8 priests to officiate our Wedding.

And so we did it!

Much thanks to Lucy for helping me with all the details to this give-away. It has a powder blue-colored rosary and a small wind chime that says "Let love grow." 

Our cake was made by cousin Tina Santiago of Tina's Sweets. It is the most beautiful cake I've ever seen. I am not being bias and all but it really is beautiful. 

I will never run out of Sweets.  

I had a buffet set-up for it. 

I am counting my blessings. Most especially that my ultimate one is the gift of love. The love that has changed my life and changed my view of life itself. I see the world differently know - it has become more beautiful each passing day. If we only take time, take time to smell the flowers, time to walk on lovely seashores, time for a cup of coffee while watching how the sun sets lovingly, and time to gaze upon the moon who brings us light on each bright evenings then perhaps all will be well, better and great.

Let love grow.

Better Together.

My favorite shots and more of our Pre-Nuptial Photo Shoot or to some - Engagement Photographs.

An old car became a beautiful and outstanding art. Thanks to our photographer who has such impeccable  taste. 

Thank you to my sister-in-law Lucy for this lovely floral dress.

Fresh and vibrant.

Hard to get by this shot but we made it through and it was all worth it.

I am in love with Classic Pieces and so as my love for Vintage things here and there. I am wearing my Mama's old wedding gown. 

Lovely. 

This beautiful house has been called "home" by so many people. This is where my Father grew up and I have vivid memories of this house. This day was nostalgic and easy. 

Some would say, The Notebook, some, Somewhere in Time. I say, it's just us. :)

The old Serafica house.

Candidly awesome.

Thinking of turning this shot into a postcard. 

At my grandfather's ranch. Another nostalgic day. 

Under the tree. You never know how many young and young at heart couples have kissed under this tree. 

And yes - he can carry me. 

I love this shot. 

Running freely.

Kissing.

Again.

Heart. You have my heart.

Walking by...

Sunset with you. 

Pray. Hope. Don't worry.

It’s unerringly 3:53 AM and I am wide awake, up and about…

As I write this entry, my television is as stirring as I am. I am momentarily looking at TLC and this girl just climbed Mount Sinai on time to witness the first light of the day and from the looks of it, it is just breathtaking. Makes me marvel when could I ever do that? Climb a mountain and watch patiently as the sun rises little by little and beautifully, now on to that thought, perhaps I will make that happen someday.

Oh well, it’s exactly less than a month more to go for the big day. I know I’ve got most of the things covered but there’s just this feeling of uncertainty if I have ever missed out on anything else. I am terrified of such big parties. I don’t know how to handle such a big crowd where I and my groom-to- be are the stars of the night. It’s bloodcurdling. But I know, like everything else, this will pass and I will look back with a grin on my face laughing on what I was terrified about.

I am all packed up for parties here and there next month and I hope it will grant me a comforting feeling. It’s hard to just sit and lighten up nowadays where I find time so short and precious. I feel like every minute of my day counts. I am so proud to put together all my giveaways and that I must say is a labor of love. All my wedding preparations are so full of love, from the people helping me put it all together. It’s basically putting all of my time and endless effort in to it.

I am just hoping and praying that everything will fall into place. That there’d be peace on that day, most especially amongst my family, why can’t there be harmony among them? Oh Lord, grant me and us the serenity on that day and the days to come. I am praying too for a bright and sunny weather in the same way that I am praying for our marriage to be blissful.

There’s just so much going on my mind right now. I feel like a mixed drink of some sort. I must taste awful at the moment. But I know everything will be better as there are always better days.

Earlier today, I joined a mass in honor of Saint Pio who is celebrating his feast day today. I had dinner with my future in-laws and then I learned through various testimonies the very words of Saint Pio that touched me and gave me a reason not to sweat on the small stuff anymore and it goes like this…

Pray. Hope. Don’t worry.

And how all those 4 words – short and precise mean so much and made me believe just to have faith in myself, my planners, my suppliers and everyone else who is working hard for my wedding to take place. Faith in my prayers and knowing t hat God will hear me and lifting all my worries to Him.

It doesn’t just coincide with what I feel at the moment but it does connote a meaning to our everyday lives. We must always be prayerful and hopeful as there are bright tomorrows. We can only look back to what our yesterdays has taught us and eventually realizing that it made us strong. And lastly, we must not worry. Aside from getting fine lines in our face and hastening the production of cancer cells because of our anxiety, there’s just no good to it, no end to it as well.

My fish Quince is playfully looking at me now in a happy-feel-good of a way. Makes me wonder, do they ever sleep? Quince is right on my bedside table and I look at him first thing in the morning. Damon on the other hand is on my coffee table and he seems resting comfortably at the moment.

It’s 4:08 AM and I must tuck myself into bed as the cold September breeze is making me yawn. This time of the morning is my favorite. When the roosters make their distinct jingle and the breeze is just oh-so-cold. I will say my prayers, hope for a great day and try not to worry so much.

Lovely Air Supply.

Today I am putting lovely little things together. Still don't know which design to proceed with but I am hoping to complete this project in no time.

Time flies super fast nowadays. I am getting the crazy nerves by the minute.

Praying that everything will fall into its right place.

"Time is gold."

Cake and Confusion.

Here I am again, bravely anticipating for the months, weeks and days ahead. It is awfully and excitingly near all together. I cannot believe that in a few more months, weeks and days, I will be united as one with the person whom I fell in love with not simply knowing - almost everyday.

Looking at the bigger picture, my wedding preparations has been amazingly okay. I know stress comes uninvited day by day but somehow, the whole thing has turned out to be bright and sunny.

I just got back from a recent trip to Manila and today I am going to Cebu to accomplish my wedding chores. I hope I get back home feeling productive and fulfilled. Oh, how I love to write and daydream about my daily tasks in Manila but I have yet to pack and sort my things, empty my bag that hasn't been touched for days, and get myself together.

Time will come that all I will ever do is scribble into a tiny notebook about what stories I could possibly share in this little corner of mine. That day will come.

And as I write this entry, I am confused. There are just too many choices. I am currently looking for the perfect cake for my Pre-Wedding Celebration.

A little help would mean a lot.

My First Choice.

My Second Choice.

And lastly, my last choice.

My Pre-Wedding Celebration is Floral Themed but still it is Formal. I just adore simplicity so much that those huge and fancy cakes don't excite me at all.
Just saying...

Yuso and Donna ties the knot.

My cousin, Yuso finally tied the knot to his girlfriend of 5 years, Donna. Their wedding was so much fun and simple as close family and friends bonded the night away.

I wish my wedding could be more like theirs. Wishful thinking...

My favorite part of the night was the best man's speech. The best man was our cousin, Kino, who was exactly precise and straight to the point with his choice of words.

All he ever said was...

To exciting tomorrow's and unforgettable yesterdays....

The Bride was so beautiful and the Groom was splendidly handsome. Cheers to the both of you!

Joana and JR and soon - ME.

My friend Joana just got married to his boyfriend of 8 years JR. I am truly happy for both of them. Their wedding was an absolute bliss. She was such a lovely bride.

Now, comes my time. Tying the knot isn't so easy after all. I will dwell on the stress and smiles in a few weeks time. Oh Lord, please be kind to me.