Yanx and Vanz

No matter how big or small, milestones are worth celebrating. It makes you remember a part of your life that made a difference in you. For married couples, people might raise their eyebrows if they celebrate their anniversary as girlfriend-boyfriend. Since there is no law preventing married couples to celebrate that occasion, they can, by all means, rejoice, reminisce and remember the 'girlfriend-boyfriend' anniversary thing. And yes, we are still guilty of celebrating our 'gr-bf' anniversary. It does not need a grand celebration. A simple mass then dinner at home will do the trick. Nothing fancy. It is just a simple reminder that you have come this far with so many blessings to thank for.  So, go ahead...celebrate that moment! P.S. Here are some pics of the anniversaries we celebrated. See some details on our next blog post!  Reminiscing 'I Do' at Triboa Bay Country Club, Subic Enjoying sweet memories at  Restaurant 5 Discovery Suites, Or...

We are not professional planners but we usually end up planning family celebrations and milestones. From wedding anniversary to family reunions, all are equally special and undeniably tiring. But at the end of the day, these events make us happier. Here are the secrets in planning these wonderful occasions: 1. Know what you want. Ask yourself, your spouse or any member of the family involved in planning the event on the size, type and theme or even motif. Be definite. Do you want an intimate and small affair with the closest family members attending? How small is 'small'? For Filipino weddings, small maybe around 75 to 100 persons. Do you have the same definition of 'small'? Does a simple family reunion mean doing your own grilling at your own backyard or having a catering service at a secluded beach? 2. Set your budget. Be realistic. Research and ask for possible suppliers for a more accurate estimate. Add at least 10% of the total budget for contingency.  Creat...