Just last February 9,2014, my big brother's unica hija, Rica, celebrated her first birthday and her dedication as a Christian at
Adithirdy's Private Resort located at 258 Kabatuhan Street, Deparo, Caloocan.
(Smart ei? two special events in one big programme! Very practical indeed!!!)
The programme was hosted by Mae's (my sister-in-law) brother who happened to be a Pastor of Christ Cares Global Ministry (they are Born Again Christians..:D)
The location I can say was perfect for special occasssions.
Adithirdy's Private Resort has its clean restrooms both for men and women with two cubicles each. An arch pillar will welcome you upon your entrance, decorated with pink, blue, and purple balloons. The hall was fairly decorated. Mae decorated the tables with Minnie Mouse mylar balloons as center pieces with table numbers. She was also smart enough to name the tables, making it easy for the guest to find their designated seats. Pink and white table cloths covers the tables while a very distinctive black and pink ribbons the chairs.
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| captured just outside the venue |
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| the cutie balloon arch pillars greeting your entrance |
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| a play of colors, white, pink and black up the stage |
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| very elegant black and pink ribbons the chairs |
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| Chairs of black and pink |
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| seat designations..hehe |
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| oh hello there Minnie.. |
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| our seat |
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they bought these cutie pies at Divisoria for 40-50pesos each
that beautifully baked cake bought for 2,500 at SweetBudz |
We were early that's why my baby Madge showed her
kakulitan first with her lolo before the party starts.
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| with lola |
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| huling huli ung kamay ni papa oh!! |
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| at ipinakain na nya ke Madge ang nakuhang balat ng lechon!! |
The celebrant actually came in late, many guests were already enjoying their seats and the photo booth when baby Rica arrived. Of course, photo opportunity first with her before the event!
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| tita ninang with Madge, lola with Rica |
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| with my baby and my mudra with bebe Rica |
By the way they got the photobooth and the photo coverage for a good deal of 5,500 for 3 hours. Isn't it amazing? hehe.
We waited a little bit before Kuya Jeff started the program. And then the Christening began, the Born Again Christian's way. :)
Mommy and Daddy gave their messages first before the dedication rights. Mommy even explained why Rica is named Rica Victoria. (trivia: Mommy's name is Maricar, getting Rica from it, and obviously, Victory cuz it means victorious).
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| lola beth giving her message |
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| mommy with something to say |
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| lolo admits Rica as her stress reliever..:D |
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| daddy and her birthday words for Rica |
There's actually not much differences of ceremonial rights compared with Catholics. They also have the lighting of candle, the tracing of oil, etc. Ninangs and Ninongs were to sit infront. I, being a ninang sat in front on the left most corner since Madge was always looking for me.
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| ninangs |
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| ninongs |
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| ze host and Godparents |
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| prayer before we start |
The actual dedication began with a prayer, then teaching and sharing, and the lighting of candle and tracing of oil.
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| Rica kulet..:D |
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| lighting of candle |
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| candles |
Right after the ceremonies, photo opportunities with ze celebrant and parents followed:
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| mommy, daddy, and baby |
With Asico family (our side of the fence):
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| Mi hubby, Fritz, the Author, Mama and Madge, Mae, Kuya and Rica, Papa |
With de Leon clan (Mae's family):
Then, with the Godparents:
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| ninongs |
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| ninangs |
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| mommy and daddy's company |
About the food, I super loved their fried chicken and pancit. Other foods served were, of course, rice, crab and corn soup, chopsuey, and a beef cuisine which i do not know the name. A cup of fruit cocktails as the dessert completes the meal. Adithirdy's Catering Services was their caterer and it's safe to say their foods taste good. The food and venue was a great catch for 27,200 for 70-80 persons. Lechon was also served as a gift from Mae's brother and sister-in-law.
The staffs were very much accommodating to the guests' needs and requests. They are 'attentive' enough to fill up your glass with water even before you ask for it. (talking about great manpower here. haha)
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| the lechon!!!! |
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| Beef |
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| The pancit was very promising!! hahaha |
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| Soup was so,so.. |
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| If you're a veggie lover, you'd love this |
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| scrumptiously fried!!!want more of these!!!! |
The party bags, balloons, invitations, as well as their couple shirt costs them around 5,000. (Sorry I dunno where they got these..ask me and I'll ask them..hehe)
My pretty Niece's dress is from
Charlotte Victoria Collection sold for P 1,300.00
Now let's see how bebe Rica was during her party
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| ok, that's all yours sweetie |
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| that makulit na bata na nakatalikod in white and black is Madge, talking to her cousin Rica in Pink |
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| cute nila mag ama..:) |
How about some pictures of her gorgeous guests:
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| de Leon clan |
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| church mates |
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| us.:D |
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| de Leon family and others..hehe |
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| Mae's company |
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| Grandparents..mother's side |
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| Utol's tropa |
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| mi familia and Kuya's friends on the left |
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| Mae's friends |
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| Utol's Suncellular family |
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| Suncell family |
The program ended with burping guests and smiling faces.
Rica is now a proud Christian who just turned one. And I am a proud tita of a super lovely, sweet and kind niece.
The event surely is something worth writing and sharing.. ;)
