It's been a while since I updated this blog. Honestly, I've had cold feet on preparing for this wedding. It is not about the groom and me, thankfully, but about leg works (and actual works) left. I am chanting the word "simple" for about a thousand times in an attempt to make myself feel better.
Bottom line is no matter how simple this wedding is gonna be, it still needs preparation, correct? Delegate and organize are my two best operating words these days. Also, magabu (makan gaji buta) every chance I can or when inspiration strikes. Notice the two don't necessarily coincide.
I would like to thank my resident muse and Ibu Bunga (aka Chief Decorator) in advance for their constant attentions and ideas on this crazy cross-country planning. Also to my mother. We went to the alteration place to have the bustle sown and to shorten the off shoulder neckline on Sunday. She also picked the same style of the bridal bouquet I had in mind. And to Oni for her idea for a simple chocolate bar favor.
So, in summary, flower is rolling. Favors have been decided and team assembled. We almost have a photographer chosen. Muse and I are working on invitation for a middle February print and March 1 send out. I am printing those myself. We also have a couple of ideas about making a fun reception.
The most important thing is that Bibi and I are almost there sacramental wise. We finished Enganged Encounter, had second meeting with the Father in December--we have rehearsal time by the way-- and last but not least, got two meetings with Sponsor Couple done also in December. The last meeting with Sponsor Couple will be over details on ceremony. I am thinking to go on the weekend before President's day.
Big item to do list:
Cake (I am thinking just to have cake instead of cupcakes. Rio-rio is charging reasonable fee for set up)
Music for ceremony and reception
Program
Transportation
Make up
Other decoration
Finalizing menu
I am quite energized.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Rio-rio It Is!
Even though O'Brien's ranked high on paper, we decide to go with Rio-Rio. Fiance went to have a lunch during Thanksgiving weekend and he did like the food.
My concern about TexMex being the dinner theme can be alleviated by not choosing the buffet style dining. Instead, we will have a sitdown dinner. We even can offer selection of two entrees for the guests--I am thinking the fillet mignon& chicken combo and the seabass. Although, to keep it budget friendly, our RSVP card will include the option of two entrees for the invitees to choose in advance. Hopefully, everybody will return it in a timely manner to us so we can give Rio-Rio a final head count and entrees.
I am thinking cocktail hours should include stations of cheese and fruit, vegetable dips, and some hor d'ouvres. Suffice it to say, we can recreate what O'Brien's has to offer!
We will have 3.5 hours that comes with no additional charge. If needed, some relatively small amount will be billed for extra half hour or so. Taking everything into account, Rio-rio and O'Brien's are comparable budgetwise.
Although, there is one thing that might be out of reach. The beautiful picture of the Estrella room was partly from the amazing chair covers, table cloths and dinner napkins. We need to rent those linen. The restaurant itself already provides for basic black or white table cloth with color overlay (they have purple available). We will see the quote the linen vendor provided soon.
As far as entertainment, we can probably finding a rental for electric keyboard. We need to rent sound system and microphones anyway. There are some aspired singers and piano players in the party.
I am excited that this is turning into reality. I am officially bridezilling. Fiance thinks I am too happy to be a bridezilla and will fail miserably at it. Amen to that! LOL!
Edited to add:
Quote from linen vendor
My concern about TexMex being the dinner theme can be alleviated by not choosing the buffet style dining. Instead, we will have a sitdown dinner. We even can offer selection of two entrees for the guests--I am thinking the fillet mignon& chicken combo and the seabass. Although, to keep it budget friendly, our RSVP card will include the option of two entrees for the invitees to choose in advance. Hopefully, everybody will return it in a timely manner to us so we can give Rio-Rio a final head count and entrees.
I am thinking cocktail hours should include stations of cheese and fruit, vegetable dips, and some hor d'ouvres. Suffice it to say, we can recreate what O'Brien's has to offer!
We will have 3.5 hours that comes with no additional charge. If needed, some relatively small amount will be billed for extra half hour or so. Taking everything into account, Rio-rio and O'Brien's are comparable budgetwise.
Although, there is one thing that might be out of reach. The beautiful picture of the Estrella room was partly from the amazing chair covers, table cloths and dinner napkins. We need to rent those linen. The restaurant itself already provides for basic black or white table cloth with color overlay (they have purple available). We will see the quote the linen vendor provided soon.
As far as entertainment, we can probably finding a rental for electric keyboard. We need to rent sound system and microphones anyway. There are some aspired singers and piano players in the party.
I am excited that this is turning into reality. I am officially bridezilling. Fiance thinks I am too happy to be a bridezilla and will fail miserably at it. Amen to that! LOL!
Edited to add:
Quote from linen vendor
10 Plum Satin Floor Length @ $25.00 each
80 Silver Satin Self Tie Chair Covers @ $4.00 each
80 Silver Satin Napkins @ $1.25 each
Installation @ $135.00
Delivery/Pick Up @ $35.00
Sub Total $840.00
Discount $100.00
Tax $ 60.13
Total $800.13
Hmm, should I just got the silver self-tie chair covers and use Rio-rio's white table cloth with purple overlay? I dont know if they have purple napkins. Hmm... Linen vendor can still install and deliver/pick up, hopefully for a reduced amount. That should fit better with budget. Hmm...
Hmm, should I just got the silver self-tie chair covers and use Rio-rio's white table cloth with purple overlay? I dont know if they have purple napkins. Hmm... Linen vendor can still install and deliver/pick up, hopefully for a reduced amount. That should fit better with budget. Hmm...
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Bridesmaid Dresses
My beautiful Team Bridesmaid will wear this dress from Target party line. I ordered them today and hopefully they will arrive first thing next week so I can bring them to the pretty ladies when I visit Texas for graduations.
We love the Jackie-O feeling, or is it Audrey H, this dress brings? And the color is also beautiful. I am not trying to limit the shades of purple theme. Everything works.
To make things even prettier, I also have commissioned Bridesmaid Didi to make personalized fascinator hairpieces for the three of them. Check out her work here.
Can't wait to see you girls walk the aisle. :D
Team Bridesmaid:
Maid of Honor -- NY
Bridesmaid -- Mrs. Benyamin Setiawan
Bridesmaid -- Didi
We love the Jackie-O feeling, or is it Audrey H, this dress brings? And the color is also beautiful. I am not trying to limit the shades of purple theme. Everything works.
To make things even prettier, I also have commissioned Bridesmaid Didi to make personalized fascinator hairpieces for the three of them. Check out her work here.
Can't wait to see you girls walk the aisle. :D
Team Bridesmaid:
Maid of Honor -- NY
Bridesmaid -- Mrs. Benyamin Setiawan
Bridesmaid -- Didi
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Hmmmm....taking a deep breath.....
We might need to downsize the wedding depending on what happens at the work front.
Things will start unfolding tomorrow and the following week. At the worst case, I am picturing that it boils down to a matter of life survival in lieu of an extravagant -well, to some extend- nuptial celebration. This epiphany is the result of wee morning perusing news and company announcement. 3 AM, no gym tomorrow!
On the positive side, the whole deal takes pressure off from myself (and the dude) on the planning of a somewhat dreamy wedding. I am just glad we haven't put anything down for venue.
PS:
Babe, really, your Vegas plan is more realistic at this point. LoL.
PPS:
Screw you, Economy. I am going to retreat to some type of a simple life, Fiance, you're coming right? Foraging anyone?
Things will start unfolding tomorrow and the following week. At the worst case, I am picturing that it boils down to a matter of life survival in lieu of an extravagant -well, to some extend- nuptial celebration. This epiphany is the result of wee morning perusing news and company announcement. 3 AM, no gym tomorrow!
On the positive side, the whole deal takes pressure off from myself (and the dude) on the planning of a somewhat dreamy wedding. I am just glad we haven't put anything down for venue.
PS:
Babe, really, your Vegas plan is more realistic at this point. LoL.
PPS:
Screw you, Economy. I am going to retreat to some type of a simple life, Fiance, you're coming right? Foraging anyone?
Thursday, November 5, 2009
A Reception Venue Run-Off
I am throwing this to the forum and want to see what everyone is thinking. As of now, both places are available and we are on hold for first dip for May 1st. We are thinking of having a 75 people reception, starting at around 4 PM and lasts into the night (4 hours).
Here is the guided decision making from Excel. I am trying my best not to be that biased, but it still clearly shows my preference, huh?
Pat O'Briens
OK, these pictures don't actually do them justice. Try your best to imagine the rooms if you seen both rooms on larger size images.
Outer facade (courtesy of Flickr)
Rio-Rio
and the view from it at night...
Please keep your comments coming! Thanks!
Here is the guided decision making from Excel. I am trying my best not to be that biased, but it still clearly shows my preference, huh?
Pat O'Briens
OK, these pictures don't actually do them justice. Try your best to imagine the rooms if you seen both rooms on larger size images.
Outer facade (courtesy of Flickr)
Rio-Rio
and the view from it at night...
Please keep your comments coming! Thanks!
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Save the Date!
May 1st, 2010 at 2PM in St. Francis of Assisi Church, San Antonio, TX.
Reception to follow at Riverwalk (not yet determined).
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Fr. Jim just replied my email regarding the time change. Needless to say, we love him so much. Thank you, Fr. Jim!
PS:
Bibi, we can go crazy on making this oh so romantic. :D
Reception to follow at Riverwalk (not yet determined).
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Fr. Jim just replied my email regarding the time change. Needless to say, we love him so much. Thank you, Fr. Jim!
PS:
Bibi, we can go crazy on making this oh so romantic. :D
Monday, October 26, 2009
Pictorial Memories
From October San Antonio trip.
Bibi's sisters want to put engagement announcement at his hometown's newspaper. So she asked us to pose accordingly. LoL! This was on the balcony of one of Rio Rio's private rooms. I think it was the Estrella Room.
Might as well be a favorite picture of us. Also, beware of Xinda attack! This was on Artisan Alley where Bin 555 is located.
Precious bundle of future nieces and nephew in law a.k.a. Blonde Babes.
We are thinking of moving dates to April 10th or May 1st, church permitted. Annual San Antonio Fiesta is right on the April 15-25 time frame. Bummer! Wish us luck...
Bibi's sisters want to put engagement announcement at his hometown's newspaper. So she asked us to pose accordingly. LoL! This was on the balcony of one of Rio Rio's private rooms. I think it was the Estrella Room.
Might as well be a favorite picture of us. Also, beware of Xinda attack! This was on Artisan Alley where Bin 555 is located.
Precious bundle of future nieces and nephew in law a.k.a. Blonde Babes.
We are thinking of moving dates to April 10th or May 1st, church permitted. Annual San Antonio Fiesta is right on the April 15-25 time frame. Bummer! Wish us luck...
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