The first event had a late start so by the time the wedding party arrived at the reception venue it was well past noon. I managed to have lunch, and danced my kuratsa before I had to rush home to change for the second ceremony. I barely made it back to the church for the processional. It was touching to see Mano Pedying and Mana Lilia Pinarok renew their vows 50 years after the first ceremony.
All their children were in attendance. It was nice to see Grace, who came all the way from Manila where she resides permanently.
And then there were the primary sponsors, or “ninongs” and “ninangs”. They are relatives and family friends of the couple and their children.
The reception was held at St. Mary’s Gymnasium. Needless to say, the décor was vintage “Pinarok”, since both Neil and Lynlyn are wedding planners and decorators.
Mano Pedying and Mana Lilia 50 years ago.
The couple graciously posed with their guests for souvenir pictures. And they sat stoically, braved the heat and humidity, until the last guest had left.
The couple could not dance the requisite kuratsa, but all the primary sponsors and other guests showed their prowess at this traditional dance.
To sum up the day, it was extremely tiring but altogether very gratifying. May Mano Pedying and Mana Lilia be around for the 75th!!!
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