If you follow me on Twitter, you probably know that I was at Sarah Geronimo’s Perfect 10 concert last Monday night…by winning two tickets from Gulf News Tabloid!
Imagine, my second December to watch a concert courtesy of tickets that I won! (
My first was last year.) I couldn’t believe it myself. Here’s how it happened…
During our lunch break last Sunday, I was browsing my Twitter feed when I saw Tabloid’s contest. I casually mentioned it to my colleague who told me to join. However, since our KFC family was having its Christmas Party the next day, I was reluctant to do so. She kept insisting for me to enter; there was nothing to lose and I didn’t really think I would stand a chance, so I finally gave in. Just before 5pm, I heard my tablet give a notification alert…and when I checked, I saw this
Needless to say, I was shocked. It took a moment for me to realize what happened because the win was totally unexpected. Even when I gave my details to Tabloid! I still couldn’t believe it.
When it finally sunk in, I was torn between going to the concert or attending the Christmas party. Even on our way home when Hubby and I talked over it, I was still undecided. In the end, I chose Sarah. Sayang naman kasi, di ba? But instead of taking Hubby with me, I went with Yaya Jovy because I knew she would appreciate it more. And besides, it was her birthday in a few weeks so we used the concert treat as our gift to her. Hubby on the other hand, attended the party with Caila and Sophie.
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| tickets in my hand |
I admit I’m not really a Sarah G fan. I know she sings well, that she coached Lyca and Darren who were the top 2 winners of The Voice Kids, and I really liked her movies with John Lloyd, but that’s it.
However, when I saw how professional and great she performed at the concert, I became in awe of her. She could belt out high notes and sing low notes with ease...even while sitting down!
During each song, you could see that she gave her all and internalized the lyrics. She was so good! As in really, really, really good! And she could dance well too!
I also liked that she would share a few words to introduce most of the songs she would sing. It allowed us to know why they were significant to her. Naturally, she sang Celine Dion’s To Love You More, which was her winning piece on Star for a Night eleven years ago, and Forever’s Not Enough, her first hit single.
Her guests were Ronnie Liang and Top Suzara. They were pretty cool, going down so that even the fans who paid Regular tickets could see them up close and personal.
Ronnie even took a selfie!
Another thing I like about Sarah is that despite becoming famous and being a multi-awarded artist, she still remains humble and simple.
I know it’s a pity I missed the KFC party, but I’m so glad I gave it up for something else that was really Perfect 10. Even if it meant rushing and cramming with the other concert-goers to ride the last metro train.
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| Yaya Jovy, me, and my colleague |
Hmm...I wonder whose concert I'll win tickets to next year =)
*Pictures of Sarah G and her guests taken from The National, Pinas Music Zone, and Cube 8 Events
It must have been really magical to listen to her performance live.
ReplyDeleteIt was! Now I see her in a whole new light.
DeleteWow, good for you! Not a Sarah G fan here either but she sings very well and she takes care of her voice. I'd love to be on her concert also!
ReplyDeleteI'm pretty sure you'll convert and become a fan when you go to one of her concerts =)
DeleteI'd love to see her perform a concert. I saw her once in the mall and she's pretty.
ReplyDeleteShe is! Pretty and very slim! =)
DeleteWow Sarah G. She's really one inspiring actress/singer and I heard she's very accommodating pa. Buti pa kayo, you had a chance to meet/see her in person.
ReplyDeleteSarah truly is a total performer. We didn't get to see her up close and personal, but yes, we were fortunate to have had the chance to see her perform live.
DeleteCongrats for winning the ticket. You are very lucky! It must really be an experience to witness Sarah perform live! I like her too - she's very talented, professional and humble. Thank you for sharing the photos! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Ida. It was exciting and great and memorable...and everything else =)
DeleteSarah G. is really very good in singing, I haven't watched any of her movies, though. You are lucky to have won! I wanted to go to a concert before, but now that I have kids, I want to watch Disney on Ice na, haha!
ReplyDeleteHahaha! I agree with the Disney on Ice. They came to Dubai but the tickets were too expensive for us. Hi-5 too! Maybe we'll wait until our daughters are older so they'll really appreciate those live shows. In the meantime, they're content with the TV shows and mascots in the mall =)
DeleteThe concert must really be fun. She has gone a long way and we have watched her grow up and mature as a performer.
ReplyDeleteI agree. But even though she's grown professionally, she still maintains her humility and simplicity.
DeleteI'm really excited reading your blog for the first time! Its surely amazing winning a prize like that. I would probably screaming and go loka for few minutes when I saw Sarah G. The pictures looks great and it looks like you have so much fun.:)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Melgie. Actually, naloka din ako when I saw Sarah...along with the rest of her fans =) The pictures aren't mine, though...I just copied them from other sites because the ones we took didn't justify how great she looked and how amazing the concert was =)
DeleteWow, you're one lucky soul! Watching a concert especially that of a famous artist is really exciting. To think that you have free tickets pa? I think that doubles the fun! Pics are all awesome!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Krizza. Yup, I really thankful the tickets were free =)
DeleteYou're so lucky! I love joining giveaways or contest but I haven't tried twitter contest. :)
ReplyDeleteTry Twitter contests, Michi. You won't have anything to lose =)
DeleteI like Sarah, too. You are lucky to win the tickets. She is indeed a great performer. I only see her perform in TV and I am always impressed at her performance. I could only imagine seeing her perform live. Must be awesome.
ReplyDeleteIt was a really awesome experience seeing her perform live. Very professional!
DeleteIf I'm in your shoes, I'll choose Sarah as well.. Wow! I never been to Sarah's Concert since how I wish I can watch her sing in person. :-)
ReplyDeleteYup, I made the right decision =) Bawi na lang next time to my KFC friends and family =)
DeleteYou are lucky! The last time I joined such contests was years back. I bet, you are now a Sarag G convert.
ReplyDeleteJoin na! Especially if the prize really interests you.
DeleteYes, now I really admire her =)
Me too. I'm not a Sarah G fan, but I do love her celebrity personality. Very down-to-earth gal. You're lucky you were able to witness her concert. :)
ReplyDeleteThat's one of the things that made me admire her most: not having a "diva" personality. Simple lang, despite her talents and awards. She's sure making the Philippines proud.
DeleteI love Sarah G. I always watch The Voice because of her. :)
ReplyDeleteShe's a really good judge, isn't she? =)
DeleteWow! You are so lucky to have watched her concert! I love Sarah G too and I am wishing to watch her perform live! Unfortunately, we were here in the Philippines for our Christmas vacation during the time when Sarah G was scheduled to have her concert in Dubai. I hope someday, we'll get to watch her live too!
ReplyDeleteThanks sis! Don't worry, I'm sure you'll get the chance to watch her live one day...or better yet, meet her in person =)
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