How Marian Rivera keeps kids protected amid change of weather

C. Mendez Legaspi - Philstar.com

June 19, 2024 | 9:40am

 

MANILA, Philippines — Even as she reigns supreme as the "Kapuso Primetime Queen," Marian Rivera-Dantes still considers being a mother as her greatest blessing.

“Time, please slow down! I’m not ready for my babies to grow up so quickly #TimeFlies #CherishEveryMoments,” the movie box-office queen posted on her socials. 

At the 50th anniversary of Ceelin, “the unparalleled and most trusted immunity partner of moms for their kids,” Marian shared her wonderful and challenging experiences as a doting mom to Zia and Sixto.   

Marian is the ambassadress for the vitamin brand for several years running, and she swears by its health benefits as it caters to the unique needs of Filipino children with its range of drops, syrup, chewable, and gummy formats.

A grand celebration was held for the brand’s golden year at the Unilab Bayanihan Center in Mandaluyong City on May 17. One of the pressing concerns that was discussed about whether to let kids do activities outdoors or indoors. The star of the “My Guardian Angel” shared her thoughts:

“OK ako [to let kids play outdoors]. Pero, to be honest, 50-50 ako. Why? OK ako outdoors kasi alam ko mas marami sila matutunan. Pero sa weather kasi ngayon, depends pa rin if we go outdoors. Siguro tayo mga parents, titignan natin kung OK ba etong oras na ‘to lumabas?

“Baka ‘yung anak ko tirik ang araw, gusto maglaro ng basketball.’Ah, anak, sandali, baka pwede natin gawin na [at a later time]?’ So very mindful kami mag-asawa sa paglabos sa init lalo na ngayon.

“Syempre maganda pa rin outdoor kasi mga anak ko mahilig mag-swimming, mag-basketball, mag footbool, mag-rugby.

“Pero just in case lang na hindi pwede lumabas dahil sa weather, mahilig kasi kami mag crafts ng mga anak ko. So hindi ako nanininwala na hindi matututo ang bata sa loob ng bahay. Ung maabilidad kag magulang, kaya mong maging posible sa loob ng bahay.

“So, ganu'n kami. Nagka-crafts kami tatlo. So may idea sila na, ‘Mama, let’s do like this. Let’s do like that.’ O sige, game tayo. Sa pagka-craft namin, pati ako kasali dun. Mag-e-explain kami bakit ganun ang ginawa namin. So natututo kaming tatlo.”

Filipinos make me feel very Filipina — Miss Universe 2023 Sheynnis Palacios

 

C. Mendez Legaspi - Philstar.com

May 10, 2024 | 8:25am

MANILA, Philippines — After her emotional motorcade at the Mall of Asia on Sunday, May 5, Miss Universe 202 Sheynnis Palacios was still feeling sentimental at the Sponsors’ Night of Mis Universe Philippines (MUPH) 2024, held in Manila Hotel on May 6.

 Attended by the major organizers, sponsors and select media, the night was filled with gratitude, glamour and elegance.

 In one segment, the MUPH 2024 candidates came sauntering down the Maynila Ballroom in Mags Nationwide casual wear, and in Filipiniana finery.

 Reigning Miss Universe Philippines 202 Michelle Marquez Dee then joined the delegates.

 Sheynnis, resplendent in a Mark Bumgarner terno, then joined the candidates to form a beautiful tableau.

 As humble as she is beautiful, the first Miss Universe from her country expressed her deep appreciation for the Philippines:  

 “Thank you one more time. And I want to say thank you. Maraming Salamat po.

"And muchas gracias.

 “It's very, very special to me. This visit is part of my Asia Tour.

"Because of you, the Philippines people, make me feel very, very Filipina. Thank you for that.  

“Thank you for everything for the most beautiful welcoming and homecoming that I have received.

"It's amazing to me. Well, I cried a lot because you make me feel like my home. Thank you.

 “Thank you in the name of Miss Universe Organization. Thank you in the name of the Miss Universe Philippines. And thank you in the name of the more than six million Nicaraguenses, Nicaraguan people, in my home.

 “And I always say that, As your Miss Universe, it's a pleasure to me. To bring the sash, to bring the crown.

 “Because it means more than brain, responsibility, love, patience, and a great job. So thank you to make this journey the most amazing job that I have.

“And the most incredible experience that I live in my life. Gracias, Philippines. I love you.

"Thank you!”