Philippines Survival Kit: Last Stretch of Summer in the Philippines
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Last week of summer! In the Philippines we
only have two season, the rainy season and
the summer season.
The rainy season are preferred months for
most vacationeers, because it is not too hot.
June is also the wedding month for most couples,
because it is believed to be a lucky month.
June is also harvest season month, so there's plenty
of rice. When the bride and the groom finishes their
marriage vows at Church, the couple typically
marches out!
Then a shower of a handful of rice awaits
them for blessings.
As for me, who is still studying - getting married is still
far out, but I attend weddings if I
am invited.
So if you are coming in for your vacation in
the Philippines this upcoming June; do not
hesitate to attend a wedding. You will surely have
a unique experience.
Catholic Weddings in the Philippines
are festive because of the long
preparation the couple typically
undertakes.
It starts with the formal engagement.
Once the engagement is formally settled,
expect 3 months the least, and an invitation
of the upcoming wedding is about to commence.
But I think you can still cut the preparation to
three weeks. The secret is to have your papers
complete before going to the Parish.
Best to bring a formal attire or better yet, invest in
one upon arriving in the Philippines.
How to Attend a Wedding this Upcoming
June:
Man's Attire:
Groom:
The best barong you can find
in varied colors.
It is sewn made of jusi, a special
type of thread.
Groom typically wears a
special type of barong.
Primary Sponsor:
If you are the Primary Sponsor
like the best man of the groom;
a special attire is assigned to you.
Bride
White gown and best make-up
Primary Sponsor
Formal attire gown - depending on
the color the couple prefers.
Bridesmaid and Partners/ Best Man
Formal attire as required by the couple.
Typically gown and barong too.
Guests
If you are an invited guest,
smart semi-formal attire is
the safest.
For the gentlemen:
1. Polo Barong or Polo (please do not
wear a t-shirt).
2. Semi-formal pants ( please do not
wear "maong" or jeans).
For the ladies
1. Semi formal dress or
pants and feminine semi-formal blouse
with make-up (please do not forget these).
2. Leather shoes shined.
Why in the Philippines Wedding is Such a
Formal Event?
1. Marriage is forever. Reality bites, that
not all are successful, but the Sacrament of
Marriage has all the graces that couples
need if they work for it.
2. The man and the future wife's commitment
is a family affair for the whole clan.
At the event of marriage on
the rocks, the relatives and friends are there
to help. Its a BIG family affair when marriage
gets on the rocks, everybody helps, down to the
youngest to preserve the commitment.
3. The Sacrament of Marriage is not
just in paper, it is forever, a commitment -
through thick and thin. Getting married is
NO Joke. I know. It is a gift of self to another.
4. The commitment to marriage is a commitment to
love forever till death. A stable marriage is a stable
family. Maturity training starts by conception (as my
grandmother told me:
Here's more:
The couple's primary goal is to make sure that both
of them goes to heaven through love and at the same time rear
children. When a man and a woman is in love,
both naturally wants to share that love and becomes
a baby.
When a baby is conceived in love, the psyche formation
starts too. It has to be in the warmth of the mother's
womb. Mom's should be showered with love by her
husband and family members to teach the baby inside
the womb to love.
When the baby is born, parents should be ready for this -
as the baby had to be nurtured in love and in a
stable environment.
When a baby is born, the baby starts getting
all the information from his surroundings, the
warmth of the family is very important here.
Then comes the age of reason when the baby
starts getting knowledge on how to love from
his or her parents (here formal education starts).
So - getting married is not a whim, its
a vocation, and a very serious one.
It protects both spouses from being
used by another as a material - when old
and decrepit thrown and left aside.
When there is love in the family, the society
is strong and happy. There is peace.
5. Marriage is a joyful event, so if you
are sure to get married someday, it is best
to start saving up. I also thought of starting
a business at an early age. If marriage is for
me, I do not like getting married very old,
like for example getting married at 37.
Come June - classes for me, but hope you
will enjoy your rest and stay in my country.
Someday I will visit your country, should our
path cross at the furnished apartments in Novaliches.
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| My harvest attire! Charles Bolanos |
Last week of summer! In the Philippines we
only have two season, the rainy season and
the summer season.
The rainy season are preferred months for
most vacationeers, because it is not too hot.
June is also the wedding month for most couples,
because it is believed to be a lucky month.
June is also harvest season month, so there's plenty
of rice. When the bride and the groom finishes their
marriage vows at Church, the couple typically
marches out!
Then a shower of a handful of rice awaits
them for blessings.
As for me, who is still studying - getting married is still
far out, but I attend weddings if I
am invited.
So if you are coming in for your vacation in
the Philippines this upcoming June; do not
hesitate to attend a wedding. You will surely have
a unique experience.
Catholic Weddings in the Philippines
are festive because of the long
preparation the couple typically
undertakes.
It starts with the formal engagement.
Once the engagement is formally settled,
expect 3 months the least, and an invitation
of the upcoming wedding is about to commence.
But I think you can still cut the preparation to
three weeks. The secret is to have your papers
complete before going to the Parish.
Best to bring a formal attire or better yet, invest in
one upon arriving in the Philippines.
How to Attend a Wedding this Upcoming
June:
Man's Attire:
Groom:
The best barong you can find
in varied colors.
It is sewn made of jusi, a special
type of thread.
Groom typically wears a
special type of barong.
Primary Sponsor:
If you are the Primary Sponsor
like the best man of the groom;
a special attire is assigned to you.
Bride
White gown and best make-up
Primary Sponsor
Formal attire gown - depending on
the color the couple prefers.
Bridesmaid and Partners/ Best Man
Formal attire as required by the couple.
Typically gown and barong too.
Guests
If you are an invited guest,
smart semi-formal attire is
the safest.
For the gentlemen:
1. Polo Barong or Polo (please do not
wear a t-shirt).
2. Semi-formal pants ( please do not
wear "maong" or jeans).
For the ladies
1. Semi formal dress or
pants and feminine semi-formal blouse
with make-up (please do not forget these).
2. Leather shoes shined.
Why in the Philippines Wedding is Such a
Formal Event?
1. Marriage is forever. Reality bites, that
not all are successful, but the Sacrament of
Marriage has all the graces that couples
need if they work for it.
2. The man and the future wife's commitment
is a family affair for the whole clan.
At the event of marriage on
the rocks, the relatives and friends are there
to help. Its a BIG family affair when marriage
gets on the rocks, everybody helps, down to the
youngest to preserve the commitment.
3. The Sacrament of Marriage is not
just in paper, it is forever, a commitment -
through thick and thin. Getting married is
NO Joke. I know. It is a gift of self to another.
4. The commitment to marriage is a commitment to
love forever till death. A stable marriage is a stable
family. Maturity training starts by conception (as my
grandmother told me:
Here's more:
The couple's primary goal is to make sure that both
of them goes to heaven through love and at the same time rear
children. When a man and a woman is in love,
both naturally wants to share that love and becomes
a baby.
When a baby is conceived in love, the psyche formation
starts too. It has to be in the warmth of the mother's
womb. Mom's should be showered with love by her
husband and family members to teach the baby inside
the womb to love.
When the baby is born, parents should be ready for this -
as the baby had to be nurtured in love and in a
stable environment.
When a baby is born, the baby starts getting
all the information from his surroundings, the
warmth of the family is very important here.
Then comes the age of reason when the baby
starts getting knowledge on how to love from
his or her parents (here formal education starts).
So - getting married is not a whim, its
a vocation, and a very serious one.
It protects both spouses from being
used by another as a material - when old
and decrepit thrown and left aside.
When there is love in the family, the society
is strong and happy. There is peace.
5. Marriage is a joyful event, so if you
are sure to get married someday, it is best
to start saving up. I also thought of starting
a business at an early age. If marriage is for
me, I do not like getting married very old,
like for example getting married at 37.
Come June - classes for me, but hope you
will enjoy your rest and stay in my country.
Someday I will visit your country, should our
path cross at the furnished apartments in Novaliches.
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