Post Wedding Aftermath

Hi Family & Friends!
We had an eventful month and an awesome wedding week with all of those who were able to join in the festivities. We came away not only as newlyweds but also with amazing experiences learning about the T'boli, crazy adventures, and hilarious quality times from the whole weekend. It was definitely a blessed wedding weekend as it did not rain, THANK GOODNESS. We had absolutely stunning weather hence the profuse sweating haha.

As with all main events, when it comes time to wind down the immune system starts to fail. Larry and I immediately got sick after the majority of folks left and we have yet to recover fully. It didn't help that we had a major monsoon that swept through Metro Manila which made for prolonged sickness. Although, I did appreciate the week off from school to just recuperate.

Anyhow, to hold you over, the entourage/family/friends uploaded some photos for your viewing pleasure. Enjoy & check back for more updates on the wedding photos & videos taken by our photographer, King. Thanks again to Baloy, Gay, & their entire team for making everything look beautiful and managing everything. Also to Aris, who followed me around the whole day/night reapplying makeup to my melting face and redoing my hair a bajillion times haha. Nanette, that cake was sooo pretty & I heard it was delicious!

Larry & Mia's Photobucket

Getting ready for your trip to the Philippines

With less than a month to go before the wedding, many of our friends and family from outside of the Philippines are inquiring about what to prepare for their pending trip, especially those making their first journey to this country. Here is a list of things to consider:

What to bring:
- Water shoes: Save yourself the pain of potentially stepping on a sharp rock, sea urchin, or jellyfish. Flip flops in the water are ineffective, they always float to the surface
- Sunblock: Especially for the kids
- Swimwear: Even if you are completely comfortable in your birthday suit, others may not be so comfortable seeing it
- Insect repellent: Mosquitos are abundant, especially now that it is rainy season
- An extra ID: Driver's licence or otherwise just in case you lose your passport
- An unlocked SIM card phone: Even if your stay in the Philippines is short, communication is the key to safety and carefree fun. SIM cards can be purchased at the airport or at most convenience stores. For those of you that booked your flight through Mango Tours, contact your salesperson and they will send you a SIM card free of charge.

What not to bring:
- Expensive jewelry or watches: Having to worry about these items while in transit or away from the hotel room will put a damper in your vacation
- A towel: This is just a waste of space, and nothing is worse than a wet towel in your luggage
- Food: Food is cheap in the Philippines, and even better, available 24 hours
- Overweight luggage: Airlines here are strict about overweight luggage and charge a lot for going over, keep this in mind when you are packing. You do not need 5 pairs of shoes and 10 hats. Make it easier on yourself and pack light
- Gifts for the Bride and Groom: Really, we have everything we need and no room for anything else is our little condo. If you would like to make a donation to our wedding fund, here is the link http://www.rainfallofenvelopes.com/Give.aspx?eid=1632
- Your problems: Leave your stress behind, start your vacation with an open mind and adventurous spirit. It is, after all, more fun in the Philippines

Wedding Attire

Many have been asking what is "Resort Formal" attire.. well here are a couple sites to help you out.

http://sarahandstelmoswedding.com/2013/06/06/dress-to-impress-in-resort-formal/

http://www.luckymag.com/style/2013/05/weird-dress-codes-what-to-wear_slideshow_item3_4

http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/228438/wedding-guest-attire/@center/272440/wedding-etiquette-adviser#127515


Hopefully this clears things up. See you all soon!

Reminder: RSVPs!

Hello, so I know it's unconventional to have RSVPs emailed rather than snail mail. However, since we are in the Philippines, we wouldn't get your RSVP for like a month.

If you will be attending the big day, please email us at miaandlarry@gmail.com before July 1, 2013.

Also, if you haven't done so already, please email your international flights so we can arrange pick ups at the airport.

Flights and Itinerary

For those of you that living outside of Sarangani Province that have not bought their domestic flight to General Santos yet here is the weekend itinerary so you can plan which activities you want to catch. Most people are flying down the afternoon of Thursday August 8th and flying back on Monday August 12th so as not to miss anything.

Thursday August 8th
- Fly into General Santos.
- Check into assigned hotel.
- Dinner and drinks in General Santos city to celebrate Laurence's nephew Jeylobb's 22nd birthday.

Friday August 9th
- Drive from hotels to Maitum, Sarangani.
- See the Giant golden-crowned flying fox (if available)
- White water tubing down the Pangi river.
- Lunch bbq, snokelling, and other ocean / beach activities at Mabay Beach or Tuka Beach
- Shuttle back to hotels
- Wedding rehearsal at Akbe' De Mahin
- Wedding rehearsal dinner

Saturday August 10th
- Wedding ceremony at Akbe' De Mahin
- T'Boli cultural show
- Wedding reception at Sarangani Highlands

Sunday August 11th
- Drive to Lake Sebu
- Ziplinning at 7 falls Lake Sebu
- Lunch at Punta Isla
- Drive to Gumasa Beach, Glan

Please be sure to update us on your flight itinerary when you book it so we can arrange your hotel and transportation throughout the weekend.

Thank you

Photo Shoot preview

Invitations

We are so excited as people have been receiving our invitations! Please remember that we request your RSVP via email (miaandlarry@gmail.com) so let us know if you are coming or not so we can get a head count =) We are pretty settled in our home here in the Philippines and crystal stemware would have a hard time finding its way into the cupboards.  If you would like, in lieu of a traditional wedding gift, you may contribute to our wedding fund through Rainfall of Envelopes. This is a well trusted site that does not manage any of the money; it goes straight through PayPal.

http://www.rainfallofenvelopes.com/   Search: Reisland or Baquirin after clicking the "GIVE" option.

Once again, if you have any questions or concerns, feel free to call or email us!