I've been exhausted the whole week. Always on the run. Went swimming yesterday. Felt so tired and my body aches. Sunday is a nice time to relax and rejuvinate!
Been watching our wedding video for the nth time today. My excuse, checking for faulty dvd burning, had to inspect frame by frame. Oh well, I've almost memorized the song lyrics as well as the the scenes. Sometimes, I still can't help but weep.
Sunday, February 27, 2005
Thursday, February 24, 2005
Reel Deal
Got our video today from DVPost. We first thought that we would just have a viewing of the edited version and get the raw clips. Surprisingly, we got to take home the final product in less than a month. I really requested that they finish it by tuesday next week (as my FIL will be leaving for PNG on Wed.) They didn't promise me anything but deep inside I hoped that they'll do it.
It was really pleasant to watch, fast-paced, not dragging nor redundant, light-hearted and a picture of a truly joyous occassion. Every scene was worth keeping! But the video only lasted for 20 mins. I don't know if it's too short. Maybe I hoped that it would be longer. I feel that they could have done a better job with the dvd menu. In any case we saw what we wanted to see and it was documented well. That was enough.
Wow! Now I saw how the event unfolded. As usual, I got teary-eyed watching the wedding march and the father-bride dance. Once again, i fed jayson's brewing plan to embarrass me. What a cry baby! I cried because I'm so ecstatic! I think that's a good sign that they did their job well.
Personally, i don't like the idea of being unobtrusive (quite an overused word) when it comes to video. We all need a little help every now and then. A little directing is of big help! Sometimes we get lost, confused on how things should go about. Their artistry is what we've payed for. Let the videographers do their work, but not to the point of orchestrating the whole thing (which i think they won't be able to do unless you're a moron!). As you get the hang of it, everything will transpire smoothly.
Final Verdict: 9 (avp, on-site, video)
To DVPost, Kudos! It was our pleasure to work with you!
Tuesday, February 22, 2005
Triumphant Times
Same time last year, nothing ever gave me comfort. Waiting for the result of the physician board exam was taking a toll on me. It was agonizing! Imagine having your whole life's work defined by ONE exam. Does it make you a less competent person if you fail or does it make you a better person if you succeed? Nobody can tell you the answer but yourself.
Times like this calls for inspiration, something that will uplift our spirits and renew our faith. Look on the bright side! Are we winners or Losers?
The winner always has a plan, the loser has an excuse.
The winner makes a mistake and says "I was wrong"", the loser says "it is not my fault".
The winner learns from those better than he is, the loser tears down those better than he is.
The winner says "it may be difficult but it is possible", the loser says "it may be possible but it is difficult".
Goodluck to my future collegues!
Times like this calls for inspiration, something that will uplift our spirits and renew our faith. Look on the bright side! Are we winners or Losers?
The winner always has a plan, the loser has an excuse.
The winner makes a mistake and says "I was wrong"", the loser says "it is not my fault".
The winner learns from those better than he is, the loser tears down those better than he is.
The winner says "it may be difficult but it is possible", the loser says "it may be possible but it is difficult".
Goodluck to my future collegues!
Misinformation
Since I just got my laptop today, my e-mails from W@W got piled-up with one-liners, PM's and messages with incompatible subject headings. Grrrrrrrrr!
Anyway, as I was deleting the messages, one post captured my attention (because I saw Mimi's name on the subject). Knowing how much we love our photographer, Mimi, and appreciate all the effort that she gives to her work, we felt the need to defend her through our post. Nothing personal, just something to put things into perspective.
Here is our answer to this comment by another w@wie ( Si Jaimee kasi he edits the picture para mas maganda unlike Dino Lara and Mimi Abesamis.) :
I'd like to comment on Mimi Abesamis not editing her pictures , i think the entire point of turning digital is the ability to manipulate certain aspects of the images. Techniques may differ based on many factors. i guess you choose the photographer you like the best based on your own personal preference, we chose Mimi because of her subtlety, saying that she doesn't in fact edit her images is probably the biggest compliment you could be giving her. Unfortunately in a wedding setting where there are far too many variables to control and consider, it is highly unlikely Mimi or any photographer can take a picture and not find anything technically wrong with it. There is no perfect picture thus the entire point of digital editing. But just to make sure and to prevent misinformation you could just go ahead and ask her.
Anyway, as I was deleting the messages, one post captured my attention (because I saw Mimi's name on the subject). Knowing how much we love our photographer, Mimi, and appreciate all the effort that she gives to her work, we felt the need to defend her through our post. Nothing personal, just something to put things into perspective.
Here is our answer to this comment by another w@wie ( Si Jaimee kasi he edits the picture para mas maganda unlike Dino Lara and Mimi Abesamis.) :
I'd like to comment on Mimi Abesamis not editing her pictures , i think the entire point of turning digital is the ability to manipulate certain aspects of the images. Techniques may differ based on many factors. i guess you choose the photographer you like the best based on your own personal preference, we chose Mimi because of her subtlety, saying that she doesn't in fact edit her images is probably the biggest compliment you could be giving her. Unfortunately in a wedding setting where there are far too many variables to control and consider, it is highly unlikely Mimi or any photographer can take a picture and not find anything technically wrong with it. There is no perfect picture thus the entire point of digital editing. But just to make sure and to prevent misinformation you could just go ahead and ask her.
Monday, February 21, 2005
Moving Forward
We made our first withdrawal from our joint account today. I was saddened by the decreasing value of our savings as I placed the ATM card in and out of the slot. There was no other choice. We needed to buy equiptments for us to set-up our New Clinic.
Bambang, a shoping haven for Medical supplies. We didn't want to go through the fuss of going from one store to another just to bargain for such a small amount. With one stop, we got all that we needed to buy.
The easy thing is over. What's harder is to put other peoples' lives in our hands with the intention to heal them of their ailments. This is the hardest part, to wait anxiously for your patients to recover. I am pertified, not because I'm incompetent but because I don't want to put harm unto those who will seek my care. At this point, God is my only ally.
Bambang, a shoping haven for Medical supplies. We didn't want to go through the fuss of going from one store to another just to bargain for such a small amount. With one stop, we got all that we needed to buy.
The easy thing is over. What's harder is to put other peoples' lives in our hands with the intention to heal them of their ailments. This is the hardest part, to wait anxiously for your patients to recover. I am pertified, not because I'm incompetent but because I don't want to put harm unto those who will seek my care. At this point, God is my only ally.
Thursday, February 17, 2005
Mission Accomplished!
Things we were able to do today:
- Get Jayson's TIN number
- Claim our first ATM card as a couple
- Set-up our clinic
- DSL connection installed
- Called my friend's Travel Agency for help regarding Visa for Papua New Guinea
Whew!
Monday, February 14, 2005
Vday
What a day!? This is our first time to celebrate Valentine's day as a married couple. It didn't turn out to be the most romantic date, nor was it productive, but sharing the day with his parents was worth it.
Since Jayson's mom will be leaving on Wednesday for Papua New Guinea, we tagged along with them the whole day, going to the embassy, the airline, POEA and taking some time to take them shopping. We must have walked the day away.
Oh! and yeah, we also took some time to share a few bites with my hubby. Yum!yum!
Since Jayson's mom will be leaving on Wednesday for Papua New Guinea, we tagged along with them the whole day, going to the embassy, the airline, POEA and taking some time to take them shopping. We must have walked the day away.
Oh! and yeah, we also took some time to share a few bites with my hubby. Yum!yum!
Sunday, February 13, 2005
Our Coordinator's Letter
Jayson & Leslie,
I'm really moved with the message you have for me and my team. I should thank you guys as early because I have been receiving inquiries from w@w all of them referring to the pleasant endorsement they got from you. Maraming Salamat po and I would really appreciate your referrals we need that very much.
Btw, you owe yourselves a lot, too. I have always believed that the success of a wedding would always depend on how the couple have lovingly put in their efforts. i know you'll as much apply the same zest in your married life, one that shall never change.
Let's keep in touch and we'd love to hear the fruition of all these ... when you'll have little jayson's and leslie's soon .
MARAMING, MARAMING SALAMAT TALAGA.
Our love and prayers,
wini and the witty jobs party team
I'm really moved with the message you have for me and my team. I should thank you guys as early because I have been receiving inquiries from w@w all of them referring to the pleasant endorsement they got from you. Maraming Salamat po and I would really appreciate your referrals we need that very much.
Btw, you owe yourselves a lot, too. I have always believed that the success of a wedding would always depend on how the couple have lovingly put in their efforts. i know you'll as much apply the same zest in your married life, one that shall never change.
Let's keep in touch and we'd love to hear the fruition of all these ... when you'll have little jayson's and leslie's soon .
MARAMING, MARAMING SALAMAT TALAGA.
Our love and prayers,
wini and the witty jobs party team
Let the Music Play
We're in the process of video editing. And choosing the right song is detrimental in setting the mood for the video.
We only need 5 songs. I'm still clueless on what to choose. I'm not up for standard and classic love songs.
How's this for starters:
1. Beautiful Day - U2
2. No Ordinary Love - Jennifer Love Hewitt
3. This I promise you - N'sync (which incidentally was my wedding march song)
4. A Moment Like this - Kelly Clarkson
5. If I Ain't got You - Alicia Keys
We only need 5 songs. I'm still clueless on what to choose. I'm not up for standard and classic love songs.
How's this for starters:
1. Beautiful Day - U2
2. No Ordinary Love - Jennifer Love Hewitt
3. This I promise you - N'sync (which incidentally was my wedding march song)
4. A Moment Like this - Kelly Clarkson
5. If I Ain't got You - Alicia Keys
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