Welcoming Kevin into the Christian Fold

 Since I previously wrote that I'm gonna write about my baby's baptism celebration, here it goes :)

Last March 24, Palm Sunday, my husband and I, along with our family and friends, welcomed Kevin into the Christian fold (finally!).

With my husband and Kevin after the baptismal rites :)

As first time parents, we weren't really in the know about how baptism goes and what are the necessary things to take note of. Good thing, there weren't much to consider.

We had Kevin baptized at San Antonio de Padua Parish, and as such, we were only asked to submit a photocopy of the child's birth certificate and pay a baptism fee of PhP 300. 

Accordingly, parents don't have to trouble themselves since baptismal requirements are quite simple. Besides, reservations aren't a precondition! Parents have the luxury to go to the Church the day they want to get the child baptized. :) It's that easy. 

Having mentioned these, I'd say that Kevin's baptism went well! There were only few parents who chose March 24 as their child's baptism date so we were definitely lucky—the Church wasn't too crowded and the rite didn't last too long (except for the seminar that I actually deem was beside the point).  

My husband with Kevin's ninongs :)

With our FAME friends who are now our kumares and kumpares :)

Anyway, after getting Kevin baptized, we directed all our guests to go to Shakey's Pizza Parlor — just few kilometers away from San Antonio — for a little soiree. :) And since we expected around 60 guests, we ordered the Shakey's Monster Meal Deal and just asked the resto's crew to serve it in managed buffet style. 

 

All in all, the lunch was okay, considering the amount of food served per plate and the price that went with it. The total expense we paid for the reception, I think, was neither expensive nor cheap. It was just on the average. :) 

Meanwhile, when it comes to Kevin's souvenir, my husband and I decided to have two kinds — one that's edible and one that's not! :P

Here's the edible one—yummy cupcakes by Glam Cakes by Myca! 

We ordered our edible souvenir from my husband's friend, Myca, at an affordable price (of course we got a friendly discount). :) You can check out her other delectable offerings at Glam Cakes by Myca!

This is our inedible party favor, a customized Nike Air Force Rasheed Wallace
with handmade Nike shoe box :)

I definitely love the presentation! :)

For this party favor, we also had a good discount (plus one extra souvenir for free). I'm also very happy of the final output/look of this favor! Credits to Mommy Rhea. :) You can check out her other unique products at Sweetlilsoles Favors FB page. 

Lastly, the photo booth! Since this is our Kevin's first "party", I wanted it to be memorable while being simple. So, I insisted to have a photo booth in the reception venue. I looked for a cheap one that still offers quality product (considering that there's a corkage fee in Shakey's pegged at PhP 1,500). And luckily, I did find one which only cost us PhP 3,500! Thanks again PhotoMocco, managed by Rameil "Popoy" Reonal.

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Simply put, Kevin's Christening was a success, and memorable indeed. :) I thank all our family and friends who shared such occasion with us! Thank you's also go to our suppliers who nicely granted our simple requests. :)

To our dear Kevin, once again, we welcome you into the Christian World! ♥