Debutante Bea gets ‘key to freedom’

When Kapuso star Bea Binene celebrated her debut on Nov. 3 (a day before her birthday) at the Maynila Ballroom of the Manila Hotel, she received a symbolic “Key to Freedom” from her mom, Crina Binene, who was so shy that she agreed to deliver a touching message through video.

“From now on,” said the mom who used to sleep with Bea in one room, “you can have your own room.”

Now fancy-free (last linked to Jake Vargas), Bea can make any wish as an adult, just as she did in Funfare’s “If I Were…” game a few days before her special day.

• If I were an animal, I would be... a bear. Cuddly and cute pero pag nagalit dangerous din.

• If I were a song, I would be...Wanted by Hunter Hayes. I can be sentimental and cheesy at times. The song is not that famous but it is sweet and romantic.

• If I were a place, I would be...the beach. I am a beach person. I love adventure! I manage to find lots of things to do there, not to mention relaxing as well.

• If I were a tree, I would be...a coconut tree. I am a Jane of all traits. I can relate myself to a coconut tree because each part has a use.

• If I were a flower, I would be...a red Ecuadorian rose. Ecuadorian roses don’t die fast. It’s rare plus its color means passion and love.

• If I were a food, I would be...chocolates. My attitude can be different. It could be dark, white, plain. Kailangan i-maintain para di mag-melt.

• If I were a movie, I would be (action, drama or comedy?)...romantic comedy/action. Life can’t always be happy dapat may thrill din.

• If I were a car, I would be...black 4x4 SUV. I love taking adventures. The SUV can sustain whatever I want to do. It is not that feminine and is neither small nor big.

• If I were a part of the house, I would be... bedroom. Someone’s sanctuary to stay, relax and you can be whatever you want to be.

• If I were a hero, I would be...Professor X. He is the boss of the X-Men. I want to read people’s minds.

• If I were a cartoon character, I would be...Stitch. An alien. He is not one of the most favorite cartoon characters among kids. But when Lilo got to know him, she realized that Stitch is a lovable creature and they instantly jibed!

• If I were a book, I would be...inspirational book. I love to motivate people.  When I feel all things fail, pray and read a book. Before you know it, these books would leave a mark on you.

• If I were a Hollywood actor/actress, I would be...Angelina Jolie. I admire her for her action movies. She’s very versatile and a certified fashion icon. She also helps in charitable organizations, too.

• If I were a subject (Math, language, etc.), I would be...Literature. Since I love reading books, I can relate the most to literature.

• If I were a president, I would be...Ramon Magsaysay. He’s one of the most respected Presidents of the country.

• If I were a perfume, I would be...Chloe Lovestory. It is my favorite. It has a distinct fragrance that people know it is Bea.

• If I were a musical instrument, I would be...a guitar. Not everyone knows how to play it but quite easy to learn. Pero kelangan masaktan ng mga daliri mo when you learn it. Tapos mare-realize mo that all your effort will pay off kasi it would sound good.

• If I were a drink, I would be...water. People can’t live without it.

• If I were a country, I would be...Japan. I love shopping. Culture is preserved. They are very disciplined and the country offers great food. One can experience the four seasons.

• If I were a fictional character, I would be...Rebecca Bloomwood (Confessions of a Shopaholic). I am a certified shopaholic to a point when it is not good for me anymore.

• If I were a music icon, I would be...Taylor Swift. I look up to her and she definitely makes good music.

• If I were a luxury brand, I would be...Celine. Very sophisticated.

• If I were a sport, I would be...Wushu. The struggle in learning it is very dangerous. But once you can do the sport, it is very dramatic and looks good.

• If I were a dessert, I would be...Mango Nutella Crepe. Not everyone like it since it’s nakakasuya, not to mention fattening.

• If I were a season, I would be...Spring. Tamang-tama lang, di masyado malamig, di masyado mainit. I see the full bloom of flowers.

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