Tuesday, November 27, 2007

my best friend's wedding

last saturday was my best friend's wedding. It was beautiful and just perfect. I had one promise to the bride and that was: I wouldn't be late. haha! True to my word, I was the first one at the church so I took a nap in the car. Then spotted best man Miko arriving so rushed out - we were all actually so excited for these two wonderful people. It was a very light wedding, no major traditions. My partner walking down the aisle was the one and only groomsman, Ninoy who was a blast. If you look at our photos, we were still chatting away while going up to the altar like old friends. And to think we just met at the despedida a few nights before. We all wanted to cry at different points, because if there is anyone who deserves to be together for life - it's raffy and frances. They've already been like such a married couple their whole relationship. And you can tell from the start that God had already blessed them.

I've always loved Frances, my true best friend in the world. The one person I have never had any fights with, even if we were almost complete opposites. She has been the voice in my head and the heart that keeps me grounded. We have been best friends for over 8 years now and I though it pains me not to be with her anymore, the happiness I have for the two of them overwhelms me more. She just left today for her honeymoon and after the holidays, she will be permanently moving to Singapore. All of a sudden, I am excited to go on my next business trip to Sing now. I plan to extend my stay if only to help surpass my withdrawal of our lovely dinners, sangria nights, movie and coffee dates and the list goes on. Raffy has already offered the extra room at their apartment.

I am so grateful that my first time to be a bridesmaid, and it was for my best friend. Even I was pleasantly surprised because they both only chose one bridesmaid and one groomsman.

I spoke to her today at the airport right before they boarded the plane. See, even if she's about to go off on her own honeymoon she thinks of me. The most amazing girl. She's the one who brings me along on her valentines dates to be with dateless me. She's the one who brought me balloons when I locked myself in the room contemplating a life of torment. She's the one who I spend lavish hours in the parlor or spa with for well needed pampering. When she's there, I am happy. I can say there are two special people in my life who make me feel that way. That level of complimentary contentment.

I think part of what made this wedding so great was that every single person knew this was meant to be. Frances didn't even have a hard time sleeping the night before. When both raffy and frances woke up, they were as relaxed as ever. Raffy had been giddy and excited for so many days now, it was so cute! You can see how much he loves her and is so good for her. Miko and I can't stop telling stories about their quirks and hilarious situations together. Told him, you're also ok bec. you live in Sing and you'll still have them both around! To which he said, tara move to Sing na rin. hehe. We would be in our best friend bubble.

To quote cristina from Grey's Anatomy: She's my person.
I'll miss you sweetie. But will see you soon. Love you too!

Their song down the aisle couldn't phrase this wonderful marriage better:
I could not ask for more than this time together.
I couldn't ask for more that this time with you.
Every breath has been answered. Every dream that has come through.
Right here in this moment, it's that we're all meant to be.

posted by maldita @ 4:21 AM

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