In advance celebration of Mother’s Day, the cast of TV5’s made-for-TV drama “More than Words,” at a recent media gathering, wistfully talked about how they planned to honor their moms on that special day. The show airs May 11 at 9 p.m.
Jackie Lou Blanco
I thank my mom (Pilita Corrales) for her selfless love. She believes in her children and would give anything for their happiness. I’ve always admired her love for life; she’s a very hopeful person … that has helped me navigate life.
From her I learned many things that I now apply as a mother myself. I make sure to talk and listen to my children. I always tell them how much I love them.
FOR ALICE Dixson, every day with mom is a gift.
I cherish all the memories of performing with my mom. I’m at my happiest when I’m onstage with her. The only way I can honor her is to live my life the best way I can—to be kind to people. Ang pinaka-gift ko na lang sa kanya is to spend quality time with her on Mother’s Day.
Alice Dixson
I learned the importance of being independent from my mom. When she was single, she had her own business, she was a farm girl and helped her family. I believe that her courage and hard work helped her become independent. And now I am, too. I don’t rely on anyone for anything because I’m my own woman.
I have some very funny memories of my mom, who used to be very strict. One time, when I was 18 or 19, I went to a disco with friends and stayed there past my 10 p.m. curfew. And then at 12 a.m., a lady came storming into the disco. She grabbed me and dragged me out of the disco. Turned out, it was my mom!
I want to have a simple celebration on Mother’s Day. My mama is 83 years old; every day that I get to spend with her is a gift.
I wish I were a part of this celebration as well. I am kinda jealous of moms. I wish I had children.
SARAH Lahbati says mom taught her professionalism.
Sarah Lahbati
I’m not very vocal about my feelings; I would rather show it. Of course, I appreciate my mom’s sacrifices for me. The most indelible lessons she has imparted are respect, professionalism and hard work. She did everything to provide me with a comfortable life… Thank you, mom. For me the most important thing is time with her on Mother’s Day.
CARL Guevara will take mom to dinner.
Carl Guevara
Saludo ako sa nanay ko. She taught me a lot of things when I was young and always reminded me to be a good person…. I’ll probably give her flowers and take her to dinner on Mother’s Day.
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