My first week in the Philippines was full of weddings, like I had
previously mentioned. It was really cool to witness a wedding & a 25th
wedding anniversary within a week. I was invited to a 50th wedding anniversary
last week but I was in Palawan so I wasn't able to attend. Both were so
drastically different but pretty awesome nonetheless.
I arrived at the house and had an hour or
two to prepare for Mayor Edwin and Janet’s 25th Wedding Anniversary.
My parents had prepped me to believe that this was an extravagant wedding and
it sure was. The roads were blocked and school was cancelled for half a day to
accommodate for guest parking at the church. I was astounded to see lines of
people along the streets just to catch a glimpse of the magnificent event that
was about to unfold.
I entered Saint Andrews, a rustic old exterior
but a bejeweled altar stood tall inside. The backdrop bordered in gold and the
church overflowing with flowers. This was the church where my parents and other
family members got married.
As the guests settle into their seats and
the entourage of notable congressman/woman and politicians make their way
through the aisle, I realized that marriage isn’t just a relationship between
two people. If done correctly, it’s a love that expands to everyone they meet -
a shared gift for the family and community.
As everyone gathers for this renewal of their vows, it’s proof of
celebration and commitment. Love inspires.
My
cousin’s wedding was also pretty nice. Aside from the glamorous fireworks,
lakeside villa, infinity pool and the likes, the best part of the weekend was
during the wedding ceremony. As the doors open for the bride, I turn to see my
cousin, Kuya Matt, shedding tears as he sees her walking down the aisle. It was
a bit crazy to see because my cousin is a classy flirt and has dated some
really sweet girls, as well as, socialites. Good for her to be able to get him
to settle down. Haha, that isn’t an easy thing to do.
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