by REMI MACINA
Life can often seem like an animated film in the month of May … as speeds things up , and raises the emotional temperature , leading to heated and rapid decision-making among our groups . A lengthy period in which friendships and group associations can be unpredictable and unusual , but also inspiring and exciting social life as we tackled multiple event and celebrations .
Our Mother ’ s Day celebrations last May 8 has been met once again another unforeseen ‘ lockdown ’ and just 20 people were allowed inside IMS Office at Market St . Most of us gave in our places sharing to our members and guests to enjoy the day while we fit in the ‘ last counting ’ for the Masquerade Ball Quest 2021 .
Even when things are tough and pressures spread … at its very best , trusting God to lighten our moods , the pandemic circuit broke and delivered rewards of good fortune . On May 15 , 2021 – the 9th Masquerade Ball and Search for King and Queen of Hearts 2021 has been remarkably one of the biggest and the best fundraising
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we had , with great outcomes .
As if the weather has also aligned the significance of this day – the 75th Bilateral Relationships between the Philippines and Australia on 22 May 2021 , we had the pleasure to welcome our honoured guests – the Lord Mayor of Wollongong , Gordon Bradbery , AM ; the Philippine Consulate of Sydney , Consul Emmanuel Guzman ; and the Chairperson of Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra ( MCCI ), Mr . Ken Habak , OAM . Special mention to the Member for Wollongong Mr Paul Scully who initiated the Philippine Flag Raising ceremony ( unable to share this occasion due to other commitments ) and CEO / Company Secretary of MCCI Chris Lacey ’ s generosity … indeed , the Filipino communities in the Illawarra ( APAI , CFI , ICC and IFMWG ) highly appreciated these memorable gesture of cherished friendships and may strengthen even further in the years ahead !
IFMWG – a shared goal !
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