Written by Core Team Member, Ate Kristin Ramos
All the way from Qatar, Mommy Kat searched the internet for a meaningful way to celebrate Kael’s 1st Birthday back home here in the Philippines. She came across with U! Happy Events website and instantly booked an event using our Create-Your-Own Event page. Haven for Children in Alabang was chosen as the beneficiary.
Relatives, friends, and about 80 young boys were present to celebrate Kael’s 1st Birthday party. Mommy Kat, Daddy Kai, & Kael might not be physically present but they were watching the entire event via Facebook live.
We distributed the kids and volunteers into groups and started the party with an ice breaker. All group members were asked to introduce themselves and share their favorites – celebrity, TV show, and food.
Groups were engaged and interactive when we played exciting games. Everyone sportingly acted out different animals such as snake, elephant, and eagle on the first game. Also, we played another game which tested the whole team’s Math skills as they were asked to solve equations.
Kuya Mac The Magician entertained everyone with his amazing performance and mesmerizing magic tricks.
After fun games and magic, everyone enjoyed delicious Jollibee Chicken Joy and Spaghetti meal plus flavorful ice cream for dessert.
Before the party ends, kids were given bags of sweet treats as gifts from the sponsor. Then, everyone huddled to sing Happy Birthday to Kael. Lola Helen blew the candle on his behalf.
As the kids’ way to show their gratitude, they surprised everyone with a special dance number. Volunteers were delighted and eventually joined the kids to dance.
Thank U! Mommy Kat & Daddy Kai for sharing Kael’s special day with these young boys. Thank U! for reaching out and making them a part of this wonderful celebration. It was truly remarkable that you could give joy and help put smiles on kids’ faces even you are thousand miles away.