Jester ❤️ Ria

Initium Iteris

💍September 5, 2026

🌿Twins Garden

St. Dominic Cathedral

📍Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya

Our Story

Ten years. Not defined by grand gestures, but by presence. Not built on perfect moments, but on real ones.

From who we were to who we are becoming, this journey has been shaped by time, patience, and shared direction.

We are here because we chose to stay, to grow, and to build something that could last beyond seasons. This is the moment we step forward with clarity, intention, and a life we are ready to build together.

Jester

There was never a single moment that defined it. No grand beginning. No dramatic turning point. Just time, consistent, quiet, and revealing.

Through the years, what was once simple companionship became something deeper, a shared understanding of life, responsibility, and direction.

She was there through uncertainty, growth, and rebuilding. Not as someone waiting to be convinced, but as someone who chose to stay, to understand, and to grow alongside me.

What I came to realize is this: love is not something you prove in a moment. It is something you build through years of aligned decisions. In her, I found not just someone I love, but someone I trust to walk forward with in clarity, discipline, and purpose.

Ria

There was never pressure for things to be perfect. Only a quiet certainty that what we had was real.

We grew together through seasons that were not always easy, learning, adjusting, and understanding each other beyond words.

It was not always loud or expressive, but it was consistent. And in that consistency, I found something rare, a kind of love that does not rush, does not force, but chooses again and again.

With him, I learned that love is not just about how you feel, but how you stay, how you support, and how you grow together. What we have was not built overnight, and that is exactly why it feels lasting.

Together

This is not the end of a story. It is the beginning of a life we are choosing to build with clarity, intention, and purpose.

What we carry forward is not only love, but trust, steadiness, and the quiet confidence that comes from having grown through real seasons together.

The years behind us shaped our foundation. The years ahead are the ones we now step into hand in hand.

Wedding Details

A gentle guide for our arriving guests and wedding day flow. More timings and contact numbers will be added as we finalize the full program.

📅 September 4

Arrival, Check-In, and Welcome Evening

08:00 AM - 03:00 PM / 04:00 PM

Guest Bus Arrival from Manila

Guests traveling with us from Manila will depart at 8:00 AM from our home in Caloocan and are expected to arrive in Nueva Vizcaya between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM.

Destination for arrival and guest coordination: Twins Garden.

Contact

Joana Faye Baisa / Aileen Chavas-Mendoza

Number to follow

Evening

Guest Check-In and Settling In

Guests staying at Twins Garden will be assisted into their assigned rooms. Guests arriving on their own may also settle into their preferred hotels or transient houses nearby.

Stay

Twins Garden and nearby preferred accommodations

06:00 PM

Welcome Dinner Buffet

A dinner buffet will be prepared for all guests at Twins Garden so everyone can gather, rest, and enjoy the evening together.

Contact

Joana Faye Baisa / Aileen Chavas-Mendoza

Number to follow

Night

Resort Leisure Time

Guests are welcome to enjoy the full resort scenery and the peaceful atmosphere of Twins Garden throughout the rest of the evening.

Location

Twins Garden, Nueva Vizcaya

📅 September 5

Wedding Day

Morning

Pre-Wedding Preparations

The morning will be dedicated to preparations, coordination, and final arrangements for the ceremony. A fuller getting-ready schedule will be shared soon.

Details

Full prep timeline to follow

10:00 AM

Wedding Ceremony

Our wedding ceremony will begin at 10:00 AM at St. Dominic Cathedral.

Venue

St. Dominic Cathedral

Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya

Wedding Entourage

The people standing with us on this day are part of the story that shaped us. We are grateful for their love, presence, and support as we begin this next chapter together.

Mothers of the Couple

TV
Teresita Vergara Mother of the Groom
EO
Elsie Orolfo Mother of the Bride

Principal Sponsors

GV
Gerry Viray
CV
Coney Viray
CD
Cecilia Degaños
JD
Jessie Degaños
LM
Len Morano
NA
Norman Adawag
RL
Rey Laboy
PL
Precy Laboy

Maid of Honor

JB
Joana Baisa
MM
Maria Aileen Mendoza

Bridesmaids

GP
Gift Picondo
HM
Henny Morano
AV
Ave Viray
BB
Bea Bartoces
KV
Kim Vergara

Best Men

MC
Marl Ching
MP
Mark Pabalinas

Groomsmen

DU
Diosdado Ugdiman
JV
Joseph Vergara
JV
Julius Vergara
LA
Lean Aujero
RM
Royce Morano

Little Attendants

VM
Via Mendoza Flower Girl
JV
Jose Azrael Viray Bible and Coin Bearer
JD
Jude Diaz Ring Bearer

Attire / Dress Code

We would love the celebration to feel refined, timeless, and beautifully coordinated. Thank you for dressing with the occasion in mind.

Wedding dress code inspiration

Gentlemen

  • Suit, coat, blazer, or long sleeves
  • Dress trousers and formal shoes
  • Keep the look polished and occasion-ready

Ladies

  • Formal dress, midi, or floor-length silhouette
  • Elegant fabrics and refined styling are welcome
  • Please aim for a graceful garden-formal look

Color Theme

  • All black for both ladies and gentlemen
  • Keep the overall look elegant, cohesive, and timeless

Note

  • Ceremony and reception attire may follow the same formal palette
  • Comfortable footwear is encouraged for the garden setting
  • Ladies may bring a shawl for warmth or protection, as the venue may be windy
  • Please dress in a way that feels elegant and respectful for the occasion

Your presence is the most beautiful part of the day. Thank you for helping us keep the celebration visually harmonious and thoughtfully dressed.

How to Get There

Directions and travel guidance will be refined and updated soon.

Where to Stay

Nearby accommodations include local hotels, transient homes, and nature stays around Bayombong and Bambang.

We will share recommended options and contact details soon.

Gallery

RSVP

Your love, prayers, and presence are more than enough for us. No gifts are necessary.

Kindly respond on or before June 30.

RSVP Here

Suppliers

A few of the talented people helping shape our wedding day. This featured lineup will keep growing as we complete our final supplier list.

Twins Garden

Venue

Our celebration space surrounded by scenic mountain views and warm hospitality.

St. Dominic Cathedral

Ceremony Venue

The sacred place where we will exchange vows and begin this next chapter together.

Photo & Film Team

Documentation

Capturing the quiet, candid, and joy-filled moments we will treasure for years.

Hair & Makeup Artist

Bridal Beauty

Bringing a soft, timeless look that feels elegant, refined, and true to the day.

Floral & Styling Team

Design and Styling

Setting the tone with details that feel romantic, intentional, and beautifully understated.

Twins Garden

Venue

Our celebration space surrounded by scenic mountain views and warm hospitality.

St. Dominic Cathedral

Ceremony Venue

The sacred place where we will exchange vows and begin this next chapter together.

Photo & Film Team

Documentation

Capturing the quiet, candid, and joy-filled moments we will treasure for years.

Hair & Makeup Artist

Bridal Beauty

Bringing a soft, timeless look that feels elegant, refined, and true to the day.

Floral & Styling Team

Design and Styling

Setting the tone with details that feel romantic, intentional, and beautifully understated.

Frequently Asked Questions

To make the day smooth and enjoyable for everyone, here are a few helpful details for our guests. More updates may be added as the celebration approaches.

Our wedding dress code is formal / semi-formal / garden formal. The color theme is all black for both ladies and gentlemen.

The ceremony will be held at St. Dominic Cathedral, and the reception will follow at Twins Garden in Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya.

We recommend arriving early to allow enough time for seating, parking, and settling in before the ceremony begins.

We kindly ask that only the guests listed on the invitation attend, so we can keep the celebration intimate and well prepared.

Please refer to your invitation for the number of seats reserved. We appreciate your understanding as we carefully plan the day.

More parking and arrival guidance will be shared closer to the wedding day.

Yes. Suggested nearby accommodations will be shared in a later update for guests traveling from out of town.

Since the venue has a mountain-view garden setting, comfortable footwear is encouraged, and ladies may bring a shawl in case of wind or changing weather.

Your presence is the most meaningful gift to us. No gifts are necessary, and we are simply grateful to celebrate with you.

Yes. This page will continue to be updated with guest guidance, schedules, and other helpful information as the date approaches.