Showing posts with label yolanda typhoon. Show all posts
Showing posts with label yolanda typhoon. Show all posts

A Love Stronger Than Any Storm

 "Six months ago, in my happily-wedded bliss, this was what I vowed to my husband. While I may have underestimated the havoc that Yolanda would bring, the rest of it are truer now more than ever. Ranulfo Abellanosa, thank you for everything that you have done in keeping our families safe before, during, and after the typhoon. You are my hero, and our baby's, in these trying times and everyday for the rest of our lives. Thank you for being you... I love you. Please come back soon. (Happy 6th Wedding Monthsary!)"
 -- Kathleen on her wedding vows (as seen below)
Photography by Mark Cantalejo

When news of super typhoon Yolanda broke, my thoughts and prayers immediately went to our former clients, Kathleen & Dingdong. We can only imagine what it really feels like to be a survivor of such a horrific typhoon but they were there in the thick of things. On Facebook, spectators such as us were so keen to comment on practically everything--judging and ranting at every turn. Yet Kathleen & Dingdong, along with the other survivors--the real victims of the typhoon are the ones who have spoken with so much class, love, and maturity. 


 Kathleen & Dingdong are newlyweds. It was even Kathleen's birthday when things turned for the worse. And as if that was not enough, she's pregnant with their first baby. What's surreal is that her vows, written and said 6 months ago talked about thunderstorms. We'd like to share with everyone a copy of Kathleen's wedding vows:

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Wedding Dresses for #ReliefPH by Designer Ryan Madamba



Designer Ryan Madamba came up with a brilliant idea to sell his wedding gowns at significantly reasonable prices for the benefit of the Yolanda Typhoon Victims. Two of the gowns being sold actually graced our Rebellious Brides Gatsby Features! So go ahead Rebels and let's do our part in this!


"Grace" Description: Vintage 1940s is the inspiration for this very unique wedding dress. The drop-waist design is highlighted by Spanish lace while the back of the almost-flapper-type top is dramatically draped and made of pure silk chiffon. The skirt is made daintier by layers of pure silk illusion tulle over the chiffon base.  Initially Used For: Only one model has used this for the Great Gatsby - inspired editorial which was featured and specially created for rebelliousbrides.com
Size: Bust: 33 - 35 WL: 26 - 29
Length: Good for brides up to 5'8 in height
Original Price: Php. 60,000.00 ++ 
Current Price: Php. 15,000.00 (Roughly around $350)
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#ReliefPH (UPDATED)

Photo lifted from Huffington Post and edited using #VSCO


The organizations below are mobilizing and deploying major disaster relief efforts. See how you can lend support:
World Food Programme
WFP has allocated an immediate $2 million for Haiyan relief, with a greater appeal pending as needs become apparent. The UN organization is sending 40 metric tons of fortified biscuits in the immediate aftermath, as well as working with the government to restore emergency telecommunications in the area. Americans can text the word AID to 27722 to donate $10 or give online. Learn more here.
Red Cross
Emergency responders and volunteers throughout the Philippines are providing meals and relief items. Already, thousands of hot meals have been provided to survivors. Red Cross volunteers and staff also helped deliver preliminary emergency warnings and safety tips. Give by donating online or mailing a check to your local American Red Cross chapter. Learn more here.
The Philippine Red Cross has mobilized its 100 local outposts to help with relief efforts. Learn more here.
AmeriCares
The relief organization is sending medical aid for 20,000 survivors, including antibiotics, wound care supplies and pain relievers. AmeriCares is also giving funds to local organizations to purchase supplies. Learn more here.
World Vision
The organization is providing food, water and hygiene kits at the evacuation centers. World Vision was also still actively responding to last month's earthquake in Bohol, which luckily was not struck by the eye of the storm. Learn more here.
ShelterBox
ShelterBoxprovides families with a survival kit that includes a tent and other essential items while they are displaced or homeless. Learn more here.
UNICEF
Anticipating that children will likely be among the worst affected by the typhoon, UNICEF is working on getting essential medicines, nutrition supplies, safe water and hygiene supplies to children and families in the area. Learn more here.
Salvation Army
100 percent of all disaster donations will be used for relief efforts and "to immediately meet the specific needs of disaster survivors." Text TYPHOON to 80888 to Donate $10 or give online. Learn more here. 
If you are in the Philippines, you can also course through your help via the GMA KAPUSO FOUNDATION: http://www.gmanetwork.com/kapusofoundation

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