Celebrating a blessed union

“The more you invest in marriage, the more valuable it becomes.” — Amy Grant

The sprawling and stately Forbes Park residence of the Hechanovas was recently filled with love and joy as the prominent society couple — the ultimate gentleman Paing and his ever gracious wife Mely — recently celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary. The popular beautiful couple’s family, close friends and colleagues in the social, civic and business circles were thoroughly delighted to take part in the joyful affair, which started with a solemn Mass and intimate renewal of vows officiated by Rev. Fr. Joel Sose from Santuario de San Antonio. After being witnesses to the pair’s promise of everlasting love and devotion to one another, the carefully selected guests were treated to a glorious celebration complete with a delectable array of special, home-made dishes and an exceptionally, elegant ambiance. Loving children Renna, Raffy, Raissa and Riana were also on hand to wish their parents happiness and long life.

Happy anniversary, Mely and Paing. May your union become more blessed through the years!

Greetings

Happy birthday to our celebrators today, Chari Bagatsing and Jay Lopez.

Advance birthday greetings to Jacob Mason Buendia, Feb. 21; Lyra Rufino Maceda, Grace Padilla, international star Lea Salonga and architect Jorge Ramos, Feb. 22; Rhoda Campos-Aldanese, Beaver Ledesma and Ambassador Isabel Wilson, Feb. 24; Asia’s fashion czar Pitoy Moreno and Tess Colayco, Feb. 25; Louie Locsin, former German Club past president Gunter Matschuck, Louie Galvez, Lucille Villanueva and equestrienne Mikee Cojuangco Jaworski, Feb. 26.

So how was your week?

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