Hello!

So here is a quick information about your dresses. The wedding's color themes are emerald and peridot. You all have the freedom to choose whatever dress style you want in emerald! 

Maids of honor: Choose any floor-length dress. Your style, your rule. ;)

Bridesmaids: Anything from an inch above the knee to mid-knee length emerald dress is going to look great on you, I'm sure!

Because the bride is a little all over the place to send out a sample emerald swatch, Jeah has suggested a website/store that has dresses in emerald that is quite close to the perfect hue. Kindly visit the David's Bridal website here, or feel free to check out their nearest store near you!

You may also look through this Facebook photo album, for sample dresses that may help you through finding the dress you want to wear to the wedding ceremony as well as the reception. Remember, be sure to be okay to get that dress all trashed at the party! Something you're most comfortable in, of course! And as always, don't hesitate to get in touch with Nen for any questions you may have! 

Stephanie, or Steffie to most, is Nen's youngest sister. She is 12 years younger than Nen, but is absolutely one of the most mature 15-year-olds one can ever encounter. They used to fight a lot over the smallest of things - more space in the bed (they shared one bed and Steffie turns into karate kid in her sleep), opinions on clothes that match or don't, preferences on what is attractive when it comes to boys - yes, these small things. Well, that's what sisters do.

However, Steffie never fails to listen to her Ate when it comes to matters that need to be dealt with seriously, such as the importance of school and how to deal with the pressures of being a teenager. 

It is not a perfect relationship, but it is most definitely a fun one.

As Kip's only and older sister, Nen was worried she would need to work hard to get her approval. After all, older siblings really tend to be protective of their younger siblings. But one conversation with Kira made Nen realize she is the coolest and most amazing future sister-in-law one can ever wish for. 

Kira is a very accepting and a wonderful listener, especially when it comes to woes of wedding preparations. She is always willing to help and gives her best, most realtistic advice on how to go about even the smallest details of things.

Plus, she lets Nen squeeze her children's cheeks and snuggle with them until exhaustion. Awesome.

Two classes below Kip's, but still managed to be friends with that silly boy, Elisha is one of the rare friends-for-keeps type. She has always been a delight since the first time that she and Nen started talking even only over e-mail and text messaging. 

Elisha is a sweet, patient person who never gets tired of making things a little easier for Nen in regards to the wedding preparations. She is alwyays open to new ideas and is willing to follow through on whatever needs to be accomplished.

Also, her little bundle of joy that is Grayson is such a happy baby that working on wedding stuff at her place is just a side show.

It was Jeah's whole idea for Kip to visit the Philippines the first time, when him and Nen met. 

Jeah is a fun-loving lady who never fails to flash her sweet smile to just about anybody. She and Nen first met during the Christmas holidays of 2013 and from then on, Jeah has been very supportive of Kip and Nen's relationship. 

It is not difficult to build a frienship with Jeah. Despite the distance and the lack of time together, she always extends a helping hand anytime she can.

Sam is the first person from Kip's side that Nen was able to speak with. With all the challenges that Kip and Nen faced to be able to visit Kip and his family in the US, Sam was always ready and willing to be the practical and realistic voice of things.

It didn't matter that Sam barely knew Nen that time. She is a genuine person with a genuine heart. She also lets Nen bug her all the time, so that's cool.

Parker is a very smart 7-year old. She loves to read and never fails to be sweet toward Aunt Nen. On the first night that they met:

Parker: Aunt Nen, have you seen the Philippines?

Aunt Nen: Ah yup! I grew up there.

Parker: Oh, I haven't seen it. We should go there.

The best man has been the groom’s best friend for over 22 years. Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and every other awful place on earth the groom had to visit. This dude is the backbone of support the Groom would reach out to, to keep spirits high. Travis took Kip and Nen into his home in Boise since their arrival and has been the host of hosts. 

AKA: Mr. Geography

The groom used to travel the world working for his previous company, Harris Corporation. After a few weeks of trip to Morocco, Cory asked, “Where is Morocco?”  Perfectly normal question from the Mechanic of Churchville, NY. Kip replied, “Northern Africa.”  Cory then said… “Sorry, never really been any good at Geology.” He will never hear the end of this! Not only because it was hilarious, but because he is and will always be a best friend to the groom.         

AKA: Gladius Main

Gladius main was Adam’s call sign in the Army and the groom’s go-to life line for support when things got heated. Lifelong  friend, paratrooper, and All American Soldier of the US Army’s 82nd Airborne Division.

If Adam calls on the wedding day saying he is ready and waiting somewhere in Iowa? DON’T BE SURPRISED! One day making Sobe’ Bombs (look it up). Adam had a great idea of using a larger than Sobe’ bottle container, which was surprisingly brilliant. Anyway, running through the grocery store trying to locate a larger glass container, Adam came upon a bottle of Olde English, 40 ounces. Excited as ever, demanded the answer, “Kip… Kip… How many ounces are in a 40?” No, he wasn’t joking. All joking aside, he is one of the greatest guys you will ever meet. Be warned: HE CAN GET YOU DRUNK! 

E-man is Kira's youngest munchkin. He is aware that his cuteness can get him what he wants and oh he uses it fully. But he's also very witty and funny.

On the first night that E-man and Aunt Nen met:

E-man: I'm the ring bearer!

Aunt Nen: Yes, yes, you are! Where are the rings?

E-man: I don't know! Hmm. Oh, mom has a case full of rings!