Talisay's New Year's show

For the past three years, Ninfa and Perla L. and I have never refused the invitation of balikbayan Dr. Rudy and Evelyn Patiño and sister Linda Serra to watch the marvelous fireworks display in Talisay City, Negros Occidental. Also constant guests at the night show and dinner are Mayor Bing and Elsa Leonardia and children.

This year, despite the early rain, hundreds of people trooped to the streets to witness the aerial show and the Christmas décors, especially those at the First Farmers building. Kudos to Mayor Ton Lizares and his staff, and the Talisay government officials for the fireworks.

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Before year 2005 ended, Jamie and Milou Tanpinco exchanged "I Dos" at the St. Jude Thaddeus Shrine in Alijis, Bacolod City, officiated by Msg. Guillermo Gaston and Fathers Demit Gatia and Edwin Cadena.

Jamie is the eldest son of Joebert and Patty Cuaycong. He works for the family business and teaches at a university in Bacolod. Milou is the daughter of Jesus and Mary Jo Tanpinco. A kindergarten teacher and runs her own travel ticketing office. Their love story began during their college years, some eight years ago.

Principal sponsors were Alberto Arceo Jr., Dr. Francisco Feria, Bibiano Sabino, Zafiro Tanpinco, Gerardo Wright, Dr. Angelita Alarcon, Mary Ann Añover, Ana Ledesma, Josefa Puentevella, and Erlinda Tanpinco. Best man and matron of honor were Jesus Tanpinco Jr. and Emma Grace Diaz. Bridesmaids were Ann Marie Añover, Diana Frances Wright, Mary Lou Wright, and Mary Elizabeth Wright.

The reception held at the La Proa Ballroom of L'Fisher Hotel was attended by about 400 guests. A mini-concert was held by the bride's mother, Mary Jo, at the piano with aunt, Mary Ann Añover at the organ, and Edly Alarcon playing the violin. Emcee of the program was cousin Aljo Arceo. Cousins and friends later joined the bride and groom in a waltz.

To Jamie and Milou, congratulations and best wishes.

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Another branch of the New Recuerdos Furniture and Home Decors opened at 16th Lacson St., Bacolod, recently with Fr. Rolly Discutido, a family friend, officiating at the blessing.*

Remember: "Be glad for the comfort you found in prayer. Be glad for God's blessings, his love his care."