In cultures of the Philippines, the groom’s family traditionally pays for the wedding. These days, however, relatives of the bride often help pay for some expenses. The bride and groom usually pays for the costs of their own savings. Before any of this is decided yet, the groom and his family will visit the bride’s house to ask her family for her hand. This is called the Pamamanhikan or “meeting [ Read More ]
In our culture, the elderly play a significant role in marriages or weddings. From choosing the venue and date to the list of sponsors, the views of the elderly are almost always given due importance. In some cultures, including the choice of partners are the options for the elderly. While the practice is frowned has in some cultures, has become so deeply ingrained in our habits to the acceptance of [ Read More ]
