As 2018 comes to a close, I look at the past year with gratitude and awe of God’s power. It has truly been a year of breakthroughs and wonderful surprises.
I began the year with hopes and dreams and faith in God that whatever the desires are in my heart I know He will give it in His time. As I went on with my daily life all throughout the year, I simply remained faithful and made use of whatever was in my hands.
God knows my passion for the arts and my love for singing and acting. I remember praying to Him that if it is in His will for me to go back to full time showbiz, He will open the door for me and He did when He knew I was READY.
At the end of 2017, CCP asked Ayen and I to be one of the 3 featured couples in their Triple Threat Series. We were extremely honored and excited to be a part of that cause it was going to be the first time for Ayen and I to do a concert together. More of that in my previous post on KITANG DALAWA. https://francolaurel.com/the-making-of-kitang-dalawa/
In the middle of 2018, I was asked to be a part of a movie produced by FOX and Cignal called MALEDICTO. I got to work with some of the brightest and finest actors in the country such as Tom Rodriguez, Jasmine Curtis Smith, Eric Quizon and so many more. It was a privilege to work with an amazing creative and artistic team led by our director Mark Meiley and the team from Unitel. The film will be released some time in 2019.
The biggest breakthrough for me this year was when I was asked to play the role of Vice President Albert Hernandez in ABS-CBN’s longest running and most successful teleserye, FPJ’s ANG PROBINSYANO. It had been 15 years since I last appeared in a TV drama in ABS-CBN and what a comeback it has been for me. Working with an incredibly talented cast led by Coco Martin, Susan Roces, Edu Manzano, John Arcilla, Roderick Paulate, Michael De Mesa, Lito Lapid, Jaime Fabregas, Rowell Santiago, Carmi Martin, Yassi Pressman to name a few, our Directors (Malu Sevilla, Enzo Williams, Darnel Villaflor, Rodel Nacianceno) and the awesome people that make magic behind the scenes is what dreams are made of. I am truly humbled and extremely grateful to be working with the FPJAP Family and Dreamscape, especially Sir Deo Endrinal who welcomed me to the fold with open arms. It really feels good to be a Kapamilya again. #FamilyIsLove
I am also grateful to all the brands that have partnered and worked with me this year especially PLDT Home whom I continue to have #MeaningfulConnections with and has been there for me from the very beginning I love you guys!
Thank you to Dr. Kong, Dyson, Cycles and Cradle, UNIQLO, Ideal Vision Watsons, Cinderella, Jo Malone, Kerastase, Basement Salon SM Aura and The Zen Institute for the trust and support. Here’s to a lifetime of friendship and partnership.
As I close my last blog entry for 2018 allow me to share with you one of my recent posts on Instagram, I wrote…
“Whatever it is you are believing and praying for lay it down on God’s feet and put your trust in Him cause He has the best in store for you. One of the things I have learned to be true is GOD’S TIMING IS ALWAYS PERFECT. I share this with all of you who are waiting for your prayers to be answered. God heard you and He is preparing you for His blessing. Just continue to have Faith in Him.”
Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
I look back with a grateful heart for 2018 and look forward to a bright and God favor filled 2019. From my family to yours here’s wishing you all a Happy, Blessed, Prosperous and Joy filled New Year. God Bless You All!
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