Yesterday, 18-Mar-12, we have our first prenup session. In our relief, one of Jhe’s friend capture the moment while in the top of Rockies. This rockies is one of Mt. Maculot’s pride. You can view the mt. taal & its lake and have stunning background as an award.   

I love my little blue dress that I’ve bought the day before the prenup. In addition, Jhe’s white “gusot-mayaman” long sleeve is perfect for the weather (summer). Jhe also bought the “props” we used- 2 meter lace as veil & flower hairdress that I put in my wrist.

It was a surprise that we wear our hiking shoes. Anyway, were mountaineers and proud to express it. Gladly, it adds unique detail to our photo session.

Thanks to Carlo Suarez for his patience and having a fun-filled photo session.


I'll post other photos upon availability :)
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With regards to limited budget, we have to consider for other places. Limited budget means limited visitor. We estimated 100-150 pax.

In between of Iba Zambales (my home town) and Lubao Pampanga (Jhe’s home town) is Olongapo or Subic. I have to start my researching again…

 
I went to Iba Zambales - my home town to inform my mother regarding the wedding plan.
She's excited. Actually, earlier she’s pushing me to wed Jhe (currently 8 year relationship – total of 99 months together). To her excitement, she went asking for requirements to our relatives.

Sunday morning (Mar 11, 2012), we went to San Agustin Church to reserve the date and ask for church requirement.

After lunch, we scout to beach resort near our place for reception venue and accommodation.

1. White Sand Beach – one of our relatives resort. It’ll be affordable for me but we have to look for a better & bigger place.

 2. Herra Beach Resort – a little bit expensive because an entrance fee is required. The venue for reception is small.

3. Ti-umoc Beach Resort – at first, we were inhibited to ask. But when we enter the gate, I felt that the place is “right” for the event were planning. Spacious open space, I already visualize the location of tent, chair & tables, the buffet area etc. We negotiate for the rate and come up to two options

a. Reception venue + Catering + Tents + chairs & table + decoration + sound system + accommodation = 70k +

b. Reception venue (100/head entrance fee) + accommodation = 33k

I have to inform Jhe regarding the rate & show him the photos. But as for me, I have my Reception venue :)

 
Somewhere in the middle of our relationship..
We planned to get marry in December 12, 2012.
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January 2012
We started to save for the special event on December.
I know it’s late, so our budget will be very limited.

(We both enjoy nature, so the past 2009-2011, we have monthly CLIMBS and sometimes out-of-town trips) This is the major reason for starting the investments late.
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I started my research through Internet & Emails
Church - my home town (iba Zambales)
Reception venue - budget (beach resort)
Accommodation - budget
Catering - budget
Invitation/save the date card - style
Wedding planner/coordinator -budget
Makeup artist - budget
Wedding gown - style & budget
Entourage - style & budget
Flowers - style & budget
Giveaways - style & budget
Photographer & Videographer - budget
wedding ring -style & budget
wedding cake -style & budget
bridal car - style & budget
others:
Mini-me cake topper
Caricature

Its a headache... I swear..