Filipino couple marry in ‘extraordinary wedding’ during Typhoon Wipha
Jade Rick Verdillo and Jamaica Aguilar’s love prevailed as they bravely waded down a submerged aisle on their wedding day
Jade Rick Verdillo and Jamaica Aguilar were determined to walk down the aisle on their wedding day. Even if it meant walking down a flooded one.
The couple anticipated the risk of flooding, but instead of letting the weather dampen the mood, they decided to push through, as all marriages have their challenges.
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Filipino couple marry in ‘extraordinary wedding’ during Typhoon Wipha
“We just mustered enough courage,” said Verdillo.
“We decided today because it is a sacrifice in itself. But there will more sacrifices if we don’t push through today.”
Aguilar waded down the aisle with her white dress and wedding train floating behind her through waters almost up to her knees.
At the altar, Verdillo was waiting to receive her while wearing an embroidered shirt called a Barong Tagalog, worn during special occasions.