The Royal Wedding - Trivia - Things you've always wanted to know

Everybody's going gaga over the Royal Wedding - wedding of His Royal Highness Prince William and Kate Middleton. Every local and international news organization is making a feature about it. Everybody is trying to get something 'exclusive' for higher ratings. What is it that make us all suddenly interested about these young couple? For us here in the Philippines, I think the fairytale aspect of it is a big factor. Every girl - and I guess almost every boy - is familiar with the Cinderella story. Not that Kate is as  'lowly' as Cinderella but we all know she does not come from any Royal lineage. The thought that an ordinary girl could (and would) marry a prince is really something to talk to about.

Anyway, here are some things about the wedding - directly related or otherwise - that I found on the net. I would not mention sources anymore. I will not be copying them verbatim anyway.

1. Kate will not be called Princess Catherine of Wales since the title princess is received through birth.
2. Kate will be called HRH the Princess William of Wales unless of course the queen gives her another title.
3. 1900 people will witness the actual wedding ceremony.
4. 600 will be invited to the wedding reception.
5. 300 will be part of the wedding dinner to be hosted by Prince Charles.
6. Everything is carefully timed. It is not going to be as spontaneous as other weddings.
7. Kate cannot eat shellfish anymore. British Royals never do.
8. There are accounts that say Prince William and Kate rehearsed their kiss. I do not think they did that because they don't know how to but rather because they have to do it at a right angle that can be captured by the camera.
9. Kate is the eldest Royal bride.
10. Kate reportedly designed her own wedding gown. The gown was kept secret because they believe that Prince William cannot and must not see the gown until she reaches the altar.

There are still a lot of these things in other sites. Some sounds cute. Others sound funny. Still others sound rather silly.

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Vivere Salon - Great Service

I had a haircut yesterday at Vivere Salon, Robinson's Place, Manila. It was my first time there. My friend who is a regular client of the salon convinced me to try their services. It was a good thing I said yes. The staff gave me a rather good service. The hairstylist - I think his name is Leo - 'studied' my head first before he started cutting. He  looked at me from different angles. I assume he was thinking of what haircut will fit me best. I actually like the outcome. New style. Younger look haha. However, I know its going to be hard for me to style my hair that way again. I don't have a blower, you see. The assitant - his name is John - was also okay. He washed my hair thoroughly. He gave me a good back massage - although it would have been better if he made it a little harder. The only drawback is that there were too many 'assistants' in the place that it's become a bit too noisy to relax.

Overall, it was a good experience albeit a bit expensive. But I think I'll be back. Wanna see my hairstyle? Naaaaa.....maybe next time

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7 Churches for Visita Iglesia plus Visita Iglesia Online

It's Holy Week  next week. As I prepare to go to the province for this week-long vacation, I cannot help but recall the traditions that is associated with the week - some of them I have experienced, others I have yet to taste. One of the things a lot of people do during Holy Week is Visita Iglesia. Visita Iglesia means visiting 7 churches to pray the 14 stations of the cross - 2 stations per church, I think. I've done this only once in Quezon. We visited the churches in Candelaria, Sariaya, Tayabas, Lucban, 2 churches in Lucena City and Pagbilao. Anyway, I know it is hard to look for 7 churches here in Metro Manila that are strategically located such that you will be able to visit them all in one day. But don't worry, I have here an itinerary for the Makati, Pasay and Paranaque area. 

1. Santuario de San Antonio. MsKinley Road, Forbes Park, Makati City.

2. National Shrine of the Sacred Heart. Kamagong cor Sacred Heart Sts., San Antonio Village, Makati City.

3. St. John Bosco Parish Church. Arnaiz Avenue, Makati City

4. St. Alphonsus Mary de Ligouri Parish (Magallanes Church). Humabon St., Magallanes Village, Makati City.

5. Sta. Clara de Montefalco Parish. P. Burgos St. Pasay City (Beside Pasay General Hospital)

6. National Shrine of Our Mother of Perpetual Church (Baclaran Church or Redemptorist Church). Baclaran, Paranaque City.

7. Shrine of Jesus, the Way, the Truth and the Life. SM Mall of Asia Complex (near SMX).

These churches are easy to find and they are not very far away from each other. You will surely find your way easily.

For those who cannot go out to visit these churches like those who are bedridden, the Catholic Church has devised a solution for you - Visita Iglesia online. Talk about going high tech. You can now visit http://visitaiglesia.net However, let not the presence of this site be an excuse for you to really go and physically visit churches in your area.

Have a meaningful Holy Week everyone. And those going to the provinces, INGAT (take care)!

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