Tom and Cathy's first wedding was a civil ceremony held on Saturday, October 16, 1999 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.  Both the wedding ceremony and the wedding reception took place at Robin's Nest bed and breakfast in Houston, Texas.  There were 17 people in attendance including the bride and the groom.  Robin's Nest is a fabulous place to hold a small wedding party.  We had two musicians there playing violin music, which put everyone into the right mood.  The approximate cost of the wedding was $3,700 U.S. (185,000 Philippine pesos).  Here are some pictures from our wedding day.  We hope you enjoy them!

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Shortly before the ceremony began at 5:00 p.m. Tom and Cathy posed for pictures outside.

Here is a picture of Cathy in her beautiful wedding dress.  The dress cost less than $500 U.S. (25,000 Philippine pesos).  It was purchased in Cebu City.  The material is satin.

Cathy pauses for a pose as she makes her dramatic entrance coming down the stairs.

Tom's father Kasper escorts Cathy to the front of the room where Tom is waiting.

Tom and Cathy hold each other's hands as the judge conducts the wedding ceremony. Sister Raissa looks on with great interest.

Tom and Cathy pose with Tom's family.  From left to right: Kasper, Nick, Jamie, Tom, Cathy, Raissa, Tim, and Greg.