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Jace turns 18: A night to remember
On June 7, 2014, one girl’s transformation into a young lady was witnessed by over 170 guests at the Saipan World Resort Taga Ballroom. Jace Pineda celebrated her 18th birthday with the customary Filipino coming-of-age debut. Guests were overwhelmed by the lovely atmosphere as the colors royal blue and olive green dominated the ballroom’s theme and décor. The proud celebrant’s mother, Tess Pineda, praised and thanked the decorator, Philip Canuto of Island Touch, for “his magic touch and lovely decorations” for the evening.
As is tradition, the debut featured a father-and-daughter dance, a Grand Cotillion de Honor, and the presentation of 18 roses and 18 candles.
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- Jace Pineda celebrates her 18th birthday with a coming of age party at the Saipan World Resort’s Royal Taga Ballroom on June 7, 2014. (Contributed Photo)
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- The birthday celebrant is joined by her family. (Contributed Photo)
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- Jace’s escort is Corey Lee Mendiola. Male dancers from far left: John Tenorio, Elvin Quitugua, Francisco Lieto, Marc Christian De La Torre, Ezra Lizama, Francisco Norita, Dimitios Camacho, and Keith Concepcion. Female dancers from far right: Louvicki Camacho, Cresencia Jessica Castro, Harumi Aldan, Richelle Castro, Katelyn Delos Reyes, Kristine Babauta, and Andrea Juanette Camacho. Candle bearer is Lance Christian De La Torre, while the flower girls are Jessica Nicole Pineda and Camille R. Quitugua. (Contributed Photo)
Jace and her father, Elmer Pineda, had their moment in the spotlight with a special dance to one of Jace’s favorite songs, Beautiful in My Eye.
The customary social dance known as the Grand Cotillion de Honor, performed by the celebrant’s personally chosen entourage and the celebrant herself, wowed the crowd who witnessed a well-choreographed mix of two waltzes followed by a dance known as “Bachata.” The traditional 18 roses consisted of 18 important men in Jace’s life who each shared a dance with her, while the 18 candles consisted of wishes from 18 of her closest friends and relatives, who touched her heart as they reminisced the time they spent together.
Jace later said she truly appreciated all that was done to make the night one that was truly memorable for her. She will forever cherish the memories of being able to celebrate her 18th birthday in the way she always hoped, wished, and dreamed for. She thanked her parents, family, friends, her cotillion entourage, decorator Philip Canuto, mistress of ceremony Minda Castro for being such a great host that evening; guest performer Froilan de Leon, who serenaded the guests with his angelic voice; Saipan TV for capturing all the precious moments, and the F&B staff of Saipan World Resort for their awesome job at making this such a successful event. Jace also expressed gratitude to the overall planner, coordinator, and choreographer, Ernie Molina, for sharing all his endless efforts, sacrifices, time, and talent. In spite of his busy schedule, he managed to organize this event to be the best for her and one that she will never forget. (PR)
