This is one of my longest weekend so far this year! I was on leave starting Tuesday of this week and through the four days without work (can you believe I am not at the beach!!), the National Geographic has been my constant companion.

I was able to catch The Gospel of Judas from National Geographic last night. I was skeptical to watch it at first, but decided to see it just to satisfy my curiosity. It was a two hour special that discusses...well...the gospel of Judas. The first hour of the program run giving a background on how the 66-page codex was most likely found (they do not know for sure how it was found) and a discussion on it's authentication. At the end of the first hour, it is pretty convincing that the codex is authentic. The second hour then discusses on the contents of the gospel.













I would have to direct you to this site to get more information about the gospel, as I don't think I can explain it in detail as objective as I want to be. What I can only say is that up to some extent, I agree that Judas should not be condemned as he is now because he was just an instrument, so that Christ can fulfil his mission of saving the world. I'm having doubts now that thinking like that may fall conflict to my faith, but watching the show made me realize there may be some things out there worth exploring and worth keeping an open mind on.

Do you believe it?



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Created: Friday, April 14, 2006

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 At last! Last week, we officially launched Skydreamers Events Management. I'm very excited about this! I've teamed up my highschool friend who is also very passionate about events management to put up this new biz! Both of us has put so much time and effort, and brainworks on this so we can help bride and grooms preparing for their big day to have a smooth and hassle free wedding!

And as a special treat, we are treating early bookers to the following promo:

50% Off OTD coordination
Regular Price: P16,000
Promo Price: P8,000

25% Off Semi coordination
Regular Price: P30,000
Promo Price: P22,500

25% Off Full coordination
Regular Price: P40,000
Promo Price: P30,000

I do hope many will avail of this promo as this is really a great deal and will last only until July-2006.

More info for on this below:



ONE-MONTH or ON THE DAY COORDINATION:

This service is done when the Bride and Groom have already signed contracts with various vendors, but would like someone else to oversee the implementation of the arrangements and make sure everything will run smoothly and stress-free

Scope of services:
1. Pre-event meetings with the Bride and Groom 1 to 2 months before the wedding
2. Unlimited bridal consultation starts upon booking
3. Refer reliable wedding vendors
4. Require the client to turn over all final contracts signed by them to GM for review and follow-ups
5. Confer with the client and the vendors on the details of the arrangement, layout, set-up, etc.
6. Instruct entourage of their duties and responsibilites. Wedding rehearsals are optional and must be scheduled in advance
7. Provide advice to the client in dialoguing with vendors
8. Ocular inspection to the ceremony-reception site and coordination with client identified suppliers.
9. Provide inputs, script, direct, arrange flow of reception program
10. Provide client a complete bridal kit.
11. On-the-Day Coordination is applied on three locations (Bridal Suite, Church & Reception)
12. Includes the following persons:

1 church coordinator
1. Coordinates with the church's in-house coordinator/s
2. Coordinates with the musician/singer for the ceremony details
3. Coordinates with the photographers/videographers
4. Receives and lines up the entourage members
5. In-charge of the distribution of the flowers/missalet/other paraphernalia to the members of the entourage
6. Cues the ceremonial participants
7. Transforms to a reception coordinator after the ceremony

2 reception coordinators (including the church coordinator)
1. Makes sure that the layout and amenities are delivered well
2. Coordinates with all the suppliers for the reception (e.g. venue, caterer, sounds, etc.)
3. Accepts and prepares a record of gifts received during the reception
4. Act as usherettes during the reception
5. Makes sure that the program goes exactly as planned
6. Cues the participants
7. Assists the emcee as to the program flow
8. Assists in the distribution of souvenirs
9. Monitors the number of guests

1 event and technical director (Basic Reception Program)
1. Cues the musicians according to the program
2. Directs the entire reception program
3. Prepares and manages all the technical requirements of the reception such as the choices of songs, lcd and avp requirements.

1 bridal manager
1. Makes sure that the bride follows the schedule given
2. Cues the wedding suppliers present regarding their respective schedules
3. Serves as confidante when needed
4. Communicates with the event manager at the church to make sure that she leaves on time
5. Can handle supplier’s payments for the couple


Rate: P16,000

SEMI-COORDINATION:

Reservations and at least 50 % of the details have already been arranged with suppliers. This package includes follow-up calls, additional canvassing, and personal visits to suppliers, on the day management, emceeing and event directing. Starts at least 4 months prior to the event.

Scope of services:
1. Physical presence during the negotiations and contract signing
2. Canvassing and recommendations of the best suppliers
3. Assists in the setting up of bridal registry
4. On the day wedding coordination applies

Rate: P30,000

FULL COORDINATION:
The couple only has a date in mind; we will provide complete assistance from venue, to the minutest details of the wedding. We will assume the position of being a full-time consultant giving you advices or suggestions on etiquette, latest wedding trend while blending with culture, custom and tradition. Includes conceptualization to the program flow, on the day management and directing. Full preparation and planning starts at least 6 months prior to the event.

Scope of services:
1. Assist in budget management.
2. Assist in finding the perfect location: Church or Ceremony Venue, Reception Venue and/or Caterer
3. Refer and set-up appointment with various pre-screened Vendors, Wedding Gowns, Caterer, Printer, Florist, Cakes, Photographer, Videographers, Bridal Car, Sound System and others
4. Assist in negotiations and reviewing contracts with vendors
5. Assist in reviewing wordings, and addressing of invitations and sourcing of calligrapher
6. Assist in composing and selecting readings for the ceremony, misallete or wedding program.
7. Assist in dialoguing with venue manager and caterer for room layout plans, seating and place cards arrangements, floral arrangements, table set-up, musiciians, stage, microphone, audio-visual, dancefloor
8. Assist in selection of music for the ceremony, reception & dinner
9. Recommend and source out gifts for the principal sponsors and bridal entourage
10. Coordinate and confirm with all the vendors chosen in reviewing details of arrangements
11. Instruct all attendants of their duties during the ceremony and reception
12. Assist in conceptualizing Wedding reception program and preparing the wedding day Calendar
13. With Wedding Rehearsal
14. ON-THE-DAY COORDINATION & SEMI COORDINATION is applied


Rate: P40,000

Payment scheme:

50% upon contract signing (this is non-refundable). 50% one week before the wedding day.

Package Conditions:

1. Applicable only for 200 guests and below. There is an additional fee of One Thousand Pesos (Php1,000) for every 100 persons in excess.
2. Applicable for weddings within Metro Manila only. There would be an additional charge for out-of-town weddings. Final package fee is to be determined after considering all factors.
3. Food and beverage is excluded from the package fee. Client shall provide the meals for our team on the wedding itself (4-6 people).

Other related Services:
1. RSVP
2. Emceeing/hosting
3. Photo AVP
4. Bridal shower
5. Despedida de Soltera/Entourage dinner
6. Debut
7. Anniversaries
8. Special parties




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Created: Saturday, April 08, 2006

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