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<div style="line-height:1"><br/></div><div style="line-height:1"> <span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1777971538576final layout (1).png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:center">Three celebrity stories show how love and appreciation for moms shine brightest on their special day. <em>Screenshot source: Iza Calzado and Bianca King Instagram; Julia Barretto and Marjorie Barretto Instagram; Billy Crawford and Colleen Garcia Instagram </em></span></span></span></div><p style="line-height:1">On May 10, expect timelines and FYPs to sparkle with tributes. Social media will be filled with heartfelt posts from fans and celebrities alike — photos, reels, and videos that read like love letters to the women who shaped them.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">In Filipino homes, appreciation often comes in gestures both simple and profound: flowers on the table, breakfast prepared before she wakes, a freshly cleaned house, or a shared meal that brings everyone together. And at the center of many celebrations? A cake that symbolizes sweetness, family, and tradition.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">This year, Goldilocks puts the spotlight on its Signature Strawberry, a premium creation layered with strawberry and vanilla chiffon, buttercream, whipped cream, and real fruit. It is the kind of cake that turns a simple gathering into a star moment — ideal for moms who deserve nothing less than the spotlight.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">This Mother&#x27;s Day, Goldilocks celebrated with these celebrities, capturing how stars express gratitude in their own unique ways.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><div style="line-height:1"><strong>From friends to sisters-in-law</strong></div><div style="line-height:1"> </div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXx88mEp0wu/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A219388.29999995232%2C%22ls%22%3A218806.19999992847%2C%22le%22%3A219130.60000002384%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">What began as friendship between Iza Calzado and Bianca King grew into something deeper when King married Ralph Wintle, the brother of Calzado&#x27;s husband, Ben Wintle. Life brought them close, eventually shaping their bond into family and motherhood.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">Their celebration unfolded through thoughtful layers. The two exchanged gifts meant for rest and care. A home service foot spa for Calzado. A massage bed for King. Letters follower, filled with memories of how their relationship evolved over time, from friendship to sisterhood, and into shared experiences as mothers.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">Just when it seemed complete, another surprise arrived. Their husbands, together with their daughters, prepared a garden picnic. The day ended with laughter, stories, and slices of the Goldilocks Signature Strawberry shared under the open sky.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><div style="line-height:1"><strong>An open letter to a strong and consistent mother</strong></div><div style="line-height:1"> </div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX3NOX8xb7A/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A249386.39999997616%2C%22ls%22%3A218806.19999992847%2C%22le%22%3A219130.60000002384%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="857" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">Children may not always fully express their thoughts and gratefulness to our moms, which is why actress Julia Barretto in her full schedule chose to write an open letter to her mother, Marjorie Barretto, describing her as the very definition of &quot;the best.&quot;</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">Her words reflected a lifetime of presence. Marjorie stood by her through every stage, offering guidance and steady care. For the actress, that consistency became the foundation of how she understands love. Being &quot;the best&quot; is never about grand declarations. It reveals itself through daily actions, quiet sacrifices, and the choice to always be there.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><div style="line-height:1"><strong>Small gestures, big acts of love</strong></div><div style="line-height:1"> </div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXveZmJRIIs/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A278183.1999999285%2C%22ls%22%3A218806.19999992847%2C%22le%22%3A219130.60000002384%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="857" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">Being a full-time mother is not easy, even for celebrity mom Colleen Garcia which is why singer and host Billy Crawford, together with his son Amari, prepared a simple yet meaningful surprise for Garcia.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">The day began with small acts of love. The house was cleaned. A handmade card was prepared with care. The table was set, waiting for her return, with the Goldilocks Signature Strawberry at the center. Garcia came home to a moment that did not need extravagance. Joy filled the space, carried by the people who matter most. </p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">Three different stories, yet one truth remains constant: a mother&#x27;s love shows up every single day, never asking for recognition, never waiting for reminders.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">Mother&#x27;s Day offers a chance to give that love back, even in a simple way.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">Celebrate the woman who continues to show up, no matter what. Make the day a little sweet, a little memorable. Goldilocks introduces the Signature Strawberry, created for moments that are meant to be shared.</p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/177795168062920260505040512_Goldilocks cake.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960" alt="Signature Strawberry, a premium creation layered with strawberry and vanilla chiffon, buttercream, whipped cream, and real fruit. Photo source: Goldilocks"/><span class="fr-inner">Signature Strawberry, a premium creation layered with strawberry and vanilla chiffon, buttercream, whipped cream, and real fruit. <em>Photo source: Goldilocks </em></span></span></span></div><div style="line-height:1"><br/></div><p style="line-height:1">Priced at P799, it is available in Goldilocks stores nationwide, as well as through GrabFood, foodpanda, and SM Malls Online.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">To know more, visit Goldilocks&#x27; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GoldilocksPH" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook page</a>.</p>

<p>Three star‑studded stories that show how love and appreciation for moms shine brightest on their special day.</p>

Three star‑studded stories that show how love and appreciation for moms shine brightest on their special day.

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