THE MSC CHRISTMAS PARTY 2010 - PART 5

The Maysan Senior Choir, under the leadership of two exceptional individuals, Annalyn (Alto) and Mark (Tenor)  has finally come to a close. Sad, but full of high hopes for future positive achievements for the group under the new reign.

Then came the last segment of the party. The election of the MSC President and Vice President for 2011 and 2012.

Yes, it is a two-year term. This rule started during Tita Lulu's (Soprano) term a few years back when the group was on the brink of devastation and we had no choice but to retain and rely on her leadership in order to survive. Fortunately, we did!... and with flying colors!  

I may not call this a formal election because all of us knew who the next officers would be, thanks to my overly terrifying convincing skills. But honestly, I really wanted these people to win because I truly believe in them. And I'm sure the group will be in good hands.

The people I'm talking about are Jaypee (Bass) and Glady (Alto).

Jaypee was at the top of my list for president since the summer of 2010. I realized how hardworking he is! When we were in Bataan, he was truly a leader and a very industrious one at that! I just hope he will be able to cope up with the group's schedules and his present employment at Crown Plaza Hotel. Free accommodations everyone! (joke) 

Glady on the other hand is also very responsible. She makes time to attend meetings with the Parish Council and never fails to give updates to her co-members in spite of her busy schedule as a company nurse. I also saw the "leader" in her for all her help as an aide to then President, Annalyn in calling out members to attend mass and rehearsals. 

Like I said, I am very hopeful and happy that the choir could move on again with a new ray of light leading towards the group's path to further greatness.

Congratulations, Jaypee and Glady.

Thank you very much, Cocoy and Mackoy!

☺   

THE MSC CHRISTMAS PARTY 2010 - PART 4

The traditional MSC IDOL came next after exhausting ourselves from all the fun games that Jaypee, Jeybi and Glady prepared for us that night.

Every member sung along with the music played from the videoke machine and will be judged according to voice quality and showmanship. This is actually not a contest but a way to gauge the singing progress of each and every member of the group.

The judges this year were Karesse (Soprano), Glenn (Tenor) and, as always, me.

Gerry (Tenor), our reigning IDOL finally gives up his crown to Kuya Arnel (Bass) this year. Followed by Cris Matus (Soprano) and Charles Cunanan (Bass). It was all good fun. No sore losers but only a realization of how important constant practice of singing skills is, especially when being a part of THE MAYSAN SENIOR CHOIR.   

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE WINNERS...

WELL... TO ME, YOU ARE ALL WINNERS!

THE MSC CHRISTMAS PARTY 2010 - PART 3

Then there were the games.

I was very fortunate to have captured most of the unforgettable moments that transpired at our party with my beloved nikon D5000. Whenever I catch scenes bursting with genuine emotions through my lens, I consider them priceless. Especially the happy ones.

The party games were quite different from last year as well.  Thanks to the newbies and younglings who poured out their fresh ideas on it.

Nothing beats a good dose of wholesome fun. And a break from all the seriousness of the world around us. Sometimes one would wish that life would just simply be a game that can be stopped at will whenever there is a need for a much needed break. What do you think?☺

THE MSC CHRISTMAS PARTY 2010 - PART 2

The Christmas Party officially kicked off at around half past eight which is indeed a big improvement from last year's time. I was even more pleased to find out that the younglings were already prepared with their games and programme. Especially the Hosts for the night, Jaypee and Glady!

Of course, our party won't start without a thanksgiving prayer led by Tito Oyet (Tenor).

There were lots of food and drinks for everyone! A lot of time and space to go about the function/garage area of my house for picture taking and bonding with one another. There were no serious matter that took place during this time and all were obliged to have fun. That was what this party is all about.

THE MSC CHRISTMAS PARTY 2010 - PART 1

The Day after Christmas. When all still have their holiday hangovers from the drinking spree they had the previous night. The 26th of December, the scheduled day of our party fell on a Sunday. So we still had to serve our 5AM scheduled Mass Service. I was quite eager to wake up that day. I knew that the members, especially the elders of the group are bound to make food preparations for the Christmas Party in the evening. And I gladly join them everytime. sort of a tradition on my part.   

After the mass and breakfast, we went to Suki Market in Quezon City to buy ready-made Sushi and other ingredients for the food that we will serve at the party. I was quite surprised to find out that Suki Market was somehow at par with Farmer's Market in Cubao where there are  many things to buy especially when you are into asian and other oriental foods. But knowing that there are a lot of newbies and younglings in the group this year, we decided to serve the traditional.   


Chicken Cordon Bleu was assigned to the Sopranos, Roasted Chicken for the Tenors, BBQed Pork Belly for the Basses and a refreshing Kani Salad for the Altos. There were some members who volunteered to contribute other foods too. Tita Lulu (Soprano) made us a big batch of Carbonara, Charles (Bass), who recently made a comeback, gave the group a special ice cream cake from DQ for dessert, chocolates and candy bars from Glenn (fresh from Singapore, Tenor) and as mentioned, a large platter of sushi from Tito Oyet (Tenor).

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