UNIQUE IS BEAUTIFUL

Once upon a sunny morning in Mactan, three cousins named Rex, Xian, and Stella were playing by the beach near the grand Sheraton Hotel.

- By Zaida Marie A. Tambis

The ocean waves danced before them, glistening like diamonds. Stella’s mom, a fashion designer named Mommy Lira, was busy inside the hotel preparing for a big event called the “Curate Bridalwear Designs.”

“I wish we could see the dresses that Mommy makes. They’re so beautiful!” Stella said, her eyes shining.

“Maybe we can help her!” Xian suggested excitedly.

“I saw lots of people carrying shiny fabrics and flowers inside.”

Rex grinned. “Let’s go on a mission! Let’s help Curate sparkle!”

The three of them tiptoed into the hotel ballroom where designers rushed around, adjusting gowns, arranging veils, and adding last-minute touches. Stella’s mom was in the middle of it all, her hands trembling slightly as she pinned a crystal onto her bridal gown entry.

“Oh, kids!” Mommy Lira gasped when she saw them.

“You shouldn’t be here. It’s almost time for the show!”