We would like to send our sincerest gratitude...
to God, who made our paths cross despite all the hindrances that came our way...
to our families, specially to our parents who are always there to love, support, enlighten and guide us...
and to our friends, who never hesitate to give us their helping hands... We thank you all for this day wouldn't be possible without your help...
~ Bjorn and Mau ~
Sunday, September 9, 2007
From Us
Saturday, September 8, 2007
The Groom's Story... - "my future is all set"
... my future was all set. Studying in a good college, savings enough to get me started after i finish school.. This was all i was thinking after my heart was broken by a girl that for some reason i fell in love with.
My Nanay groomed me to stand on my own. Making sure that i will be independent and ready for anything. But all her efforts somehow failed. Yes, she taught me everything i know to live well in this world. But what she failed to teach me, is to live without her. My Nanay was my role model. She was my inspiration. Her not being there crushed my world. How can i show her that i can be on my own, if she's not there to witness it? How can i prove that i am independent, if she's not there to testify for it. All my knowledge suddenly became useless without her...
I can't believe that the same girl that broke my heart will turn things around for me. As cliche as it sounds, Mau was the light in the darkness i was in. All the blur suddenly became clear. This is the life my Nanay prepared me for.
My relationship with Mau was of course, not easy. She's going to kill me for saying that. We went through difficulties that i thought i would never go through. I've experienced all levels of happiness with just the words that come out of her lips. Until now, i can't believe that a tear from eye can give me pain more hurtful than what she's feeling. Yes, my future is set. She is my present and i'm very happy and confident to say that, Maureen Rae obciana is my future.
My Nanay groomed me to stand on my own. Making sure that i will be independent and ready for anything. But all her efforts somehow failed. Yes, she taught me everything i know to live well in this world. But what she failed to teach me, is to live without her. My Nanay was my role model. She was my inspiration. Her not being there crushed my world. How can i show her that i can be on my own, if she's not there to witness it? How can i prove that i am independent, if she's not there to testify for it. All my knowledge suddenly became useless without her...
I can't believe that the same girl that broke my heart will turn things around for me. As cliche as it sounds, Mau was the light in the darkness i was in. All the blur suddenly became clear. This is the life my Nanay prepared me for.
My relationship with Mau was of course, not easy. She's going to kill me for saying that. We went through difficulties that i thought i would never go through. I've experienced all levels of happiness with just the words that come out of her lips. Until now, i can't believe that a tear from eye can give me pain more hurtful than what she's feeling. Yes, my future is set. She is my present and i'm very happy and confident to say that, Maureen Rae obciana is my future.
The Bride's Story - " I've waited so long... "
I'll start off with a brief story about me. I was born on September 15 (of which year, I won't tell hehe) and was named after a beauty titleist of the same year. A very pretty little girl with big round eyes and pointed little chin (it shows until now haha!) I grew up in a happy, thoughtful, caring and loving family. Though sometimes misunderstandings happen at home, we still end up making peace.
Enough of that, let's talk about my dream guy... During my early years in highschool, I told my family (can't remember if it was my mom and ate) that I wanted to marry a Canadian guy just because I was into this Canadian actor 'Devon Sawa'. I rented out and watched all his movies (in vhs tapes), took clippings about him, his pictures and most of the time I dreamt about him living just next door. Sounds freaky! Whenever I remember I did all these... ulk! I wanted to erase this crazy part of my life. But things suddenly changed when I realized I have a big crush on this classmate of mine. A lot of you might not know about this, specially my highschool friends =P Believe it or not, this boy who used to sit next to me on our first year in highschool has got me! I hid this from all my friends until now haha!
During the latter part of our first year, I just coudn't get over this guy... I never told anyone about this but then I also learned he also felt the same thing for me. Years passed... nearing our graduation day, we didn't end up in a relationship. I was so scared to enter that kind of thing with reasons I don't know. I dumped him :( I did, but i was hurting! Highschool years are over...
We didn't go to the same college so I thought there was no more chance of being his girlfriend at all. I always thought he could easily find one since he got into a better university/college. First year... Second year... I didn't have any boyfriend or whatsoever. But on my third year, we met again. But that meeting was not a happy one. That was the time his mom died. A few months later I realized I still love this guy and this time I'm not letting go of the chance to tell him that I want to be his girl. He told me he has been waiting for me all his life, from highschool 'til college, and never dated any other girl than me... and now he's going to meet me at the altar with my white dress...
Enough of that, let's talk about my dream guy... During my early years in highschool, I told my family (can't remember if it was my mom and ate) that I wanted to marry a Canadian guy just because I was into this Canadian actor 'Devon Sawa'. I rented out and watched all his movies (in vhs tapes), took clippings about him, his pictures and most of the time I dreamt about him living just next door. Sounds freaky! Whenever I remember I did all these... ulk! I wanted to erase this crazy part of my life. But things suddenly changed when I realized I have a big crush on this classmate of mine. A lot of you might not know about this, specially my highschool friends =P Believe it or not, this boy who used to sit next to me on our first year in highschool has got me! I hid this from all my friends until now haha!
During the latter part of our first year, I just coudn't get over this guy... I never told anyone about this but then I also learned he also felt the same thing for me. Years passed... nearing our graduation day, we didn't end up in a relationship. I was so scared to enter that kind of thing with reasons I don't know. I dumped him :( I did, but i was hurting! Highschool years are over...
We didn't go to the same college so I thought there was no more chance of being his girlfriend at all. I always thought he could easily find one since he got into a better university/college. First year... Second year... I didn't have any boyfriend or whatsoever. But on my third year, we met again. But that meeting was not a happy one. That was the time his mom died. A few months later I realized I still love this guy and this time I'm not letting go of the chance to tell him that I want to be his girl. He told me he has been waiting for me all his life, from highschool 'til college, and never dated any other girl than me... and now he's going to meet me at the altar with my white dress...
Thursday, September 6, 2007
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
Tuesday, September 4, 2007
Our Vendors
The Blue Gardens
Both the garden ceremony and reception will be held here. We chose this place because we find it practical yet elegant, as suggested by the bride's bestfriend :). Check out the link for more details on Blue Gardens.
http://www.thebluegardens.blogspot.com/Hizon's Catering
As advised by the bride's reliable relatives, we decided to get Hizon's Catering to provide the food and service for the reception.
Angelica Bridal Boutique
The entourage's gowns and barongs will be tailored here. They provide quality gowns yet affordable (as from our families hehe).
Located at Stall H-09, 2nd Flr. Cluster Bldg, Tutuban Center C.M. Recto.
Tel# 2531782
Located at Stall H-09, 2nd Flr. Cluster Bldg, Tutuban Center C.M. Recto.
Tel# 2531782
Prenup Photographer
Our prenup pictures in Singapore were taken by Mr. Alvin Panganiban, (the bride's former colleague). You can't deny his gift in photography.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/trail-seeker
Ariel Javelosa Photography and Videography
Our official wedding photographer and videographer. Check out their website to know more about their services/packages.
Monday, September 3, 2007
Planning
Choosing the wedding venue...
Checking out our wedding photographer...
Our Wedding Invitation & Presentation
The groom uses his own photoshop talents in designing our own wedding invitation... finished product will be uploaded soon :) 
We are busy editing the pictures for our wedding presentation hehe...
We're tired yet still smiling...
The bride's busy scanning all the photos...
The bride's bro (aga) changing the printer ink... shhhh... haha! Choosing our wedding giveaways
It's one of our current major dilemna. We can't decide what souvenirs are more appropriate to our theme "autumn". The pictures you see are just a few from our selections. We are still checking out some other souvenir shops. Hope you could help us on this :)
Sunday, September 2, 2007
Wedding Party
Mr. Rodolfo Obciana (The Bride's Dad)
Mrs. Marissa Obciana (The Bride's Mom)
Mr. Narciso Carreon (The Groom's Dad)
Mr. Rodelito Obciana (Primary Sponsor)
Mr. Felicisimo Cruz (Primary Sponsor)
Ms. Leonor Rivera (Primary Sponsor)<<picture to follow>>
Mrs. Josefina Tan (Primary Sponsor)
<<picture to follow>>
Mrs. Mila dela Torre (Primary Sponsor)
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Mr. Indo Carreon (Primary Sponsor)
Ms. Dyan Carreon (Maid of Honor)<<picture to follow>>
Mr. Jerico Guardiano (Best Man)
Ms. Juliet Lubiano (Secondary Sponsor - Veil)
Mr. Marvic John Naval (Secondary Sponsor - Veil)
Ms. Jolly Jane Ortiguerra (Secondary Sponsor - Cord) 
Mr. John Nichol Chua (Secondary Sponsor - Cord)
Ms. Ma. Riezl Rodriguez (Secondary Sponsor - Candle) 
Mr. Jonathan Carabeo (Secondary Sponsor - Candle) 
Maridol Rae Obciana (Bridesmaid)
Christian Roquero (Bridesmaid) 
Arianne Refuerzo (Bridesmaid)
Mardolf Rey Obciana (Groomsman)
Milwaukee Rey Obciana (Groomsman)
Mississippi Rey Obciana (Groomsman)
Alexandra Rae Marcelino (Flower Girl)
Dasha Maglinao (Flower Girl)
Ana Manalo (Flower Girl)
Kobe Carreon (Ring Bearer)
Floyd Villacorta (Coin Bearer)
Darnell Maglinao (Bible Bearer)
Mardolf Rey Obciana (Groomsman)
Milwaukee Rey Obciana (Groomsman) 
Mississippi Rey Obciana (Groomsman)
Alexandra Rae Marcelino (Flower Girl)
Dasha Maglinao (Flower Girl)
Ana Manalo (Flower Girl)
Kobe Carreon (Ring Bearer)
Floyd Villacorta (Coin Bearer)
Darnell Maglinao (Bible Bearer) 