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Here’s a forum post by POWERSHOPPERINC. I agree, despite the success of Sulit, admins have humility and are trying to be as low profile as they can be.

At exactly 10:10 AM, on August 11, 2008, St. Clement Church, in the Artist Capital of the Philippines, Angono, Rizal; Bigbucks and Admin exchanged vows. It was a closed family affair and a very simple yet very meaningful wedding. Even the officiating priest, Father Arnel, came all the way down from Antipolo to officiate, also a close family friend.

It was a solemn and jovial affair at the same time, as Father Arnel did a very wonderful job of officiating. A cousin of Admin rendered beautiful tagalog love songs. Major and minor sponsors are either relatives or a former Teacher. The wedding was witnessed by a small crowd from both of Arianne’s and Rj’s families, with some close family and business friends.

The absence of frills and fanfare make the wedding a very meaningful one. As intimated by Father Arnel…”This is the kind of wedding I wanted for myself if I’m to marry”, said he.

The highlight of the ceremony was the main message by Father Arnel from the Word of God. He emphasized that their union is one made in heaven. Here Father Arnel challenged them to be true to each other. They are now to show their vulnerability but because of their love, trust and forgiveness to each other they can overcome, and their love remains.

One part during the ceremony, when Rj (Admin) followed Father Arnel’s words was very funny that the crowd just roared in laughter. It was during the blessing of the “Coin” or “Aras” Rj, was supposed to repeat after Father Arnel, but when reaching the phrase…”Ikaw, Arianne at ang ating magiging mga anak”…here Admin blurted in laughter, so The Priest said; “ulitin mo” and everybody just laugh and Rj, did it right the second time. It was fun and a very light hearted ceremony.

Another point during the ceremony was when Father Arnel, ask Rj to kiss the bride. He did but it was a very quick touch of his lips with hers. So the priest asked him again…”Ulitin mo yan masyadong mabilis” to which Rj did a take two. With laughters again in the background.

One thing that will long be remembered is that beautiful posing during pictorial right after the ceremony. Wish that I could ask Admin a copy, is when the three couples, Rj’s parents on their right side and Arianne’s parents on the other side. They were all directed to face each other, wrapped in arms the couples all kissed lips to lips while the crowd in standing ovation applause the couples. It was beautiful, complete family captured in camera for eternity.

Few people might be wondering why a simple wedding rite? It was Admin’s and Arianne’s wish and it’s their own special day and they wanted it their way. Here. I cannot help but really felt proud of this handsome couple. With all the resources they have, families that can afford a lavish wedding, their own savings, friends that offered, still they opted for this simple ceremony and celebration. Their humility and low profile lifestyle is what sets them apart. Indeed they deserve our very best and our prayers. After 11 years they finally became one, this is their promised to each other that on the 12th year they will settle down. And to which they did …their own special way.

Arianne was very lovely in her wedding gown complete with beautifully adorned headdress. Rj stands out in his light blue long sleeve shirt with nicely fit dark blue trousers. The couple was very handsome exchanging sweet glances from time to time during the ceremony. They were very composed smiling and really “in” on this great day.

The reception was held at Rj’s residence, here plentiful food just flowed. More food, and food. This is typical of RJ and Arianne’s families who are food lovers. This is normal to their clan. Here the lovely couple changed to casual attires, and entertained well wishers. It was a very great day for this lovely FIRST COUPLE of Sulit.com.ph.

Soon they will be flying out to an undisclosed Asian country for a well deserved honeymoon and break. Let’s rejoice with Rj and Arianne for this very special day of uniting their hearts together. Great wedding Chief! Thanks for giving us the privilege to witness your special day. Your wedding memento said it all when you handed it to us…the message reads (attached to a beautiful teacup) “Sharing a Cup of Love with You”.

Congratulation Rj and Arianne!!!
- POWERSHOPPERINC

The forum post here.