STAGING a perfect wedding hardly matters when a couple already has the perfect union. But unlike other love stories, Cherelyn Tocmo's and John Delusa's love has stood the test of time. This is the kind of romance that deserves to be celebrated.
I’ve been invited to so many wedding events but Cherelyn and John’s celebration has left an impact that can never be replicated. Everything seemed to work in harmony.
Seeing so many engagement stories being shared on social media had me wondering if other couples had the same level of dedication and creativity that Cherelyn and John had. Whether it’s about creating the perfect couple hashtag or scoring the most beautiful reception, couples take herculean efforts to plan their wedding mostly due to the hype that people associate with it.
Cherelyn shared that the budget sits at the top of her list of things to consider in wedding planning. Not having knowledge on the estimate budget would only paralyze the planning process.
Cherelyn has had enough experiences to know that 6 to 7 months is enough time to meet with suppliers, choose a suitable location for the ceremony and reception, identify the guest list, prepare the souvenirs, distribute invitations, and process the marriage license requirements.
If you’re wondering whether or not to hire an event coordinator, Cherelyn suggests hiring Overall Wedding Coordinators instead of On-the-Day Coordinators. This saves you the trouble of worrying about how to gather your suppliers, including where to buy what. The success of a wedding celebration also highly depends on the couple’s rapport with the Overall Coordinator, so it’s important to select the one with which you feel most comfortable working.
If you lack the budget to hire an Overall Coordinator, you can download the Pinterest app for ideas on DIY wedding preparations. Cherelyn shared that she opted for a DIY wedding simply because she wanted to feel involved in all the preparation process. John, who’s from the food industry, also arranged the food, dessert station, event florist, and venue. Together with their families, the couple’s hands-on participation helped them work with unity. Embracing the stress brought by the preparations also made the experience more personal and memorable.
There is something about wedding ceremonies that capture the hearts and attention of most people. But if the event fails to highlight the bride and groom’s relationship with each other, and in the case of Cherelyn and John, with Yahweh, the wedding is doomed to remain superficial and irrelevant.