Thinking about reception program might be bothering the couple if they are thinking to have their own. Maybe they are thinking of a certain theme and program part inclusions. That’s fine but they have to remember the sequence in running the show and how long it takes to sustain the guests on foot. An ideal length is 2 hours and 15 minutes that includes mealtime. Making it so long has its negative effect. Through experience and exposure we know how to pace the show.
Keeping safe we maintain the standard flow and if there are inclusions then they are used to maintain the steady flow. As a rule we do the most important parts of the celebration first. The traditions are never missed and necessary because they are here to stay. They are special rituals and symbolic as that.
We always emphasize, if it is a buffet serving that souvenir shots are done first before proceeding to the banquet table just to avoid congestion and run things smoothly on the handle. It is also convenient for the couple rather than they move around to have their pictures taken with the guests.
Any program has its climax by choosing the next bride and groom to be in the future, so to speak and a game is devised either by the couple but on our part we do not divulge the game mechanics because we want a touch of surprise on that portion. We want to involve the couple at the same time. It has a positive feedback and we want to maintain it that way. Who knows the chosen partners during the game will make it in the future, if they are meant for each other. Let’s see!
After the program we encourage dancing to make the most of the time paid for using the venue. Hire a DJ and we are ready to have a professional one to do the job. Some of your relatives still stay and friends to carry on the merriment. It is your big day and enjoy the moment.
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Unique Asian Wedding Traditions Revealed
Traditions are parts of culture and there they stay to follow especially in Asia where traditions vary from each country. We live in a modern world but still ancient beliefs are put to test because it is symbolic in the plainest sense of the word. Weddings are events where everything to do for a happy life is measured by following what the sages say discovering the simple rituals to save the day, so to speak. The modern thinkers dismiss the idea but when they are prepared to tie the knot they think otherwise. No harm in trying as the saying goes.
If you try to examine the word wedding, wed is a Greek word that means pledge and that strong word defines how they go on living together as husband and wife. Wedding rituals connote to a pledge made by the couple and there they start a brand new life.
In Japan, the bride wears a purple gown signifying the color of love and if you examine the dress it is an elaborately-embroidered Kimono silk covered with purple iris-flowers. For Japanese, love is sacred.
In China, the bride wears a bright red gown symbolizing luck. It is elaborately adorned with golden phoenixes, chrysanthemums and peonies believing to bring wealth and good fortune. The groom, on the hand wears a traditional black silk coat over a robe embroidered with dragon. But before the grand day, a whole roast pig is offered as an engagement gift. And fireworks are famous from Chinese weddings to scare off evil spirits for better lives.
In Indonesia, reception festivities only begin when the couple greeted the whole guests in line. They receive their guests until the very last one. This is still followed by some Asians but today it is not necessary so. The bride and groom are brought to a room waiting for everybody to arrive ready for the grand entrance.
In Korea, before tying the knot, they are brought to a Kung-Hap, a fortune teller to look into the couple’s future. This is a must for Koreans but those exposed to modern world think otherwise.
Filipino tradition of throwing a spear in the front steps of the intended bride is no longer used, instead a golden ring is offered for their engagement.
In India, the parents of the bride wash the couple’s feet with milk and water to purify their souls. This is symbolic and up to now Indians follow the ritual. During the ceremony both holds grains of rice and oats and green leaves symbolizing wealth, good health and happiness.
These are documented rituals familiar to most Asians but being in the modern world directs thinking to a practical point of view but still, traditions stay.
If you try to examine the word wedding, wed is a Greek word that means pledge and that strong word defines how they go on living together as husband and wife. Wedding rituals connote to a pledge made by the couple and there they start a brand new life.
In Japan, the bride wears a purple gown signifying the color of love and if you examine the dress it is an elaborately-embroidered Kimono silk covered with purple iris-flowers. For Japanese, love is sacred.
In China, the bride wears a bright red gown symbolizing luck. It is elaborately adorned with golden phoenixes, chrysanthemums and peonies believing to bring wealth and good fortune. The groom, on the hand wears a traditional black silk coat over a robe embroidered with dragon. But before the grand day, a whole roast pig is offered as an engagement gift. And fireworks are famous from Chinese weddings to scare off evil spirits for better lives.
In Indonesia, reception festivities only begin when the couple greeted the whole guests in line. They receive their guests until the very last one. This is still followed by some Asians but today it is not necessary so. The bride and groom are brought to a room waiting for everybody to arrive ready for the grand entrance.
In Korea, before tying the knot, they are brought to a Kung-Hap, a fortune teller to look into the couple’s future. This is a must for Koreans but those exposed to modern world think otherwise.
Filipino tradition of throwing a spear in the front steps of the intended bride is no longer used, instead a golden ring is offered for their engagement.
In India, the parents of the bride wash the couple’s feet with milk and water to purify their souls. This is symbolic and up to now Indians follow the ritual. During the ceremony both holds grains of rice and oats and green leaves symbolizing wealth, good health and happiness.
These are documented rituals familiar to most Asians but being in the modern world directs thinking to a practical point of view but still, traditions stay.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Before You Marry, Beware
During the early years numerous accounts were recorded about consequences that befell upon two people getting married. Perhaps, it happened several times and spread like fire creating fear among those who will tie the knot. Even today some are aware of wedding beliefs, the reason why they consult to find the meaning or symbolism of an act or anything related.
As to records of yesteryear, days played major consideration. Choosing a day signifies their future. Monday was connoted for wealth,Tuesday would bring health, Wednesday was the best day of all, Thursday meant losses, Friday symbolized crosses and Saturday was no luck at all. That brings us to believe that Fridays and Saturdays are the worst days to tie the knot.
I don't know if this is common to you that the bride must not make her own dress and never look in the mirror until totally dressed and as everybody knows that the groom must not see her in her wedding dress before she arrives in church. Are you aware, too that when a bridal party meets a funeral, is unlucky? Do you know that when the clock in the church strikes during the ceremony is bad omen? Even a thunderstorm has to do without having children. Even death is put to test. The one who speaks the loudest dies first. Whoever drops the ring will be the first to leave. Also the first to turn away from the altar and the first to sleep during their first night dies first.
But the good news is that the first to step out of the church door will be the dominant partner ruling out.
There are other beliefs but the ones mentioned are quite new to many and universal. It's not only us Pilipinos who are aware of these but the rest of the world.
It seems a warning but only you married couples know how to put things together and rule the way you live because you know better. The spirit within you dictates the right path.
As to records of yesteryear, days played major consideration. Choosing a day signifies their future. Monday was connoted for wealth,Tuesday would bring health, Wednesday was the best day of all, Thursday meant losses, Friday symbolized crosses and Saturday was no luck at all. That brings us to believe that Fridays and Saturdays are the worst days to tie the knot.
I don't know if this is common to you that the bride must not make her own dress and never look in the mirror until totally dressed and as everybody knows that the groom must not see her in her wedding dress before she arrives in church. Are you aware, too that when a bridal party meets a funeral, is unlucky? Do you know that when the clock in the church strikes during the ceremony is bad omen? Even a thunderstorm has to do without having children. Even death is put to test. The one who speaks the loudest dies first. Whoever drops the ring will be the first to leave. Also the first to turn away from the altar and the first to sleep during their first night dies first.
But the good news is that the first to step out of the church door will be the dominant partner ruling out.
There are other beliefs but the ones mentioned are quite new to many and universal. It's not only us Pilipinos who are aware of these but the rest of the world.
It seems a warning but only you married couples know how to put things together and rule the way you live because you know better. The spirit within you dictates the right path.
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