BHFI Blooms at Christmas Time and All the Time
The BES-HNS Foundation kickstarted December with a fun and colorful Christmas Party hosted last December 1, 2019 in the Grand Ballroom of the Hilton Manila. This year’s Christmas Party is the largest BHFI Christmas party ever, with over 200 guests! Now and again, Dr. Andrew Tan, Chairman, and CEO of Megaworld Corporation and a brod from Beta Epsilon Sigma (BES) Fraternity, sponsored the food and the venue.
“Blooms at Christmas Time and All the Time”, the Foundation leaders came up with this theme as they reflected on the Foundation’s series of achievements this year. Like a flower bud ready to open into the light, to be seen as bright flags of aspirations for those who need it, the organization blossomed as it continues to bring out a blooming future for its benefactors.
As guests enter the ballroom in their floral attires, the band, Pisces and Virgo, serenaded everyone with sweet and lively Christmas Songs. Following the invocation and welcoming remarks, October, November, and December Birthday Celebrants blew out their Birthday Candles as guests merrily sang happy birthday.
But it was the cuisine that stole the show. Countless cheeses and bread, chicken and pork in savory relish, ocean creatures drizzled in sauces, sushi and maki begging to be dipped in spicy concoctions, vegetables, and pasta, and a table full of sweets were a delight not just to the stomach but also to the eye.
While everyone was enjoying the feast, the stage was taken over by young brods and sis to showcase their talents. Their enchanting song numbers and cogent spoken poetries made the night entertaining and one of a kind. Cash rewards, overnight stay in a resort-hotel, tumblers, fans, organizers, and other raffle prizes were given away. Sis Tess Andres then, read a message from their dear ex-professor and Hiyas ng Silangan Sorority ex-adviser, Professor Ched Kimwell.
That night, it was not only the young brods and sis who showed off their talents. The senior foundation members presented their dashing dance numbers that transformed the party’s atmosphere, from enchanting to groovy!
Young and old, all the guests danced and partied together. The music was loud and the lights were bright and colorful. Twisting, turning, jumping while wearing their fabulous smiles and grins. Everyone was happy and alive, feeling the vibe of the music and letting their body go free. One moment, one brilliant feeling of togetherness suspended in time. Some love the quiet life but some relish the crazy fun times – music, friends, good times, dance. Can they help it if their souls love a kickin’ beat?
