Filipina actress and YouTube star Ivana Alawi celebrated Mother’s Day in an extraordinary way by surprising her mother, Fatima Alawi, with a generous gift of P2 million in cash. The heartwarming moment took place during a family trip to a farm in Pampanga, as documented in a vlog on Ivana’s YouTube channel.
The Surprise
Ivana, accompanied by her siblings Mona and Hash, took their mother to a scenic farm where they enjoyed a day of fishing. Ivana created an exciting challenge for her mom, promising a cash prize for every fish she caught. With the help of her children, Fatima managed to catch over ten fish.
The highlight of the day came when Ivana asked her mom to pick from several folded pieces of paper, each containing a different cash prize. The amount written on the paper Fatima selected was P2 million, or P200,000 for each fish caught. Overjoyed, Fatima waved the piece of paper at the camera while being embraced by her children. Along with the cash prize, Fatima also received a pair of shoes, a bouquet of chocolate and flowers, and a cake.
Ivana’s Message
In the vlog, Ivana emphasized the importance of appreciating and showing love to one’s mother. “Syempre, guys, kailangan nating suklian ang kabutihan ng ating mga ina,” Ivana said. (Of course, guys, we need to reciprocate the kindness of our mothers.) She encouraged her viewers to show their love in meaningful ways, saying, “Hindi ko sinasabing magbigay kayo ng ilang milyon o whatever, kung paano po kayo magmahal at kung anong malapit sa puso niyo, make sure to make your mom feel special every day.” (I’m not saying you have to give millions or whatever, but however you show love and whatever is close to your heart, make sure to make your mom feel special every day.)
Ivana also reflected on the care mothers provide and the importance of reciprocating it. “Habang nandito sila sa ating mundo, dapat talaga pinapahalagahan natin sila, and dapat iniingatan natin sila. Kung ano ‘yung care na binigay nila sa atin nung bata tayo ay suklian natin,” she continued. (While they are still in this world, we should really value them, and we should take care of them. We should repay the care they gave us when we were young.)
Fatima’s Message
Fatima expressed her gratitude and offered words of encouragement to fellow mothers. “Keep up the good work kasi alam kong pinakamahirap na trabaho ang [maging] nanay… Basta itanim niyo lang ang maganda, maganda rin ang ani.” (Keep up the good work because I know being a mother is the hardest job… Just plant good things, and you will also reap good things.)
Previous Gestures
This grand gesture is not the first time Ivana has shown her appreciation for her mother. In 2021, she gifted her mom P1 million on her birthday. The following year, Ivana surprised her with a new house, showcasing her ongoing dedication to making her mother feel special and valued.
Conclusion
Ivana Alawi’s heartfelt gesture on Mother’s Day underscores the deep love and appreciation she has for her mother. Through her actions, she highlights the importance of honoring and cherishing our parents, reminding everyone to make their loved ones feel special every day.