By KAYE VILLAGOMEZ
The paradox of Christmas is that as much as it is the happiest time of the year, it also makes human beings realize a greater extent of what we all still dream of and hope for.
Celebrities are in no way exemptions to this rule. Just because they glow and glitter with success do not mean they stopped wanting, needing, wishing and hoping for some things, tangible or not.
Today Dec. 23, and a mere two days away from Christmas, we give you the wish list not even Santa Claus can handle as the following stars attempt to complete this sentence:
All I want for Christmas is…
"…good health, overflowing love and happiness, peace and success for my children, husband, me, and our parents and brothers and sisters and their families. Bonus kung puede—a better economy, zero crime rate and much happier Filipinos." – SHARON CUNETA, actress/performer.
"…the strength to continue my work for the people, wisdom to make the right decisions and leadership to pave the way for unity of the Filipino people." – SEN. BONG REVILLA, actor/politician.
"…electricity to be restored in full in Bicol; hope and a good life after the devastation" – TIN TIN BERSOLA, TV host.
"… the discernment to know His will and the strength to follow it. – BOOTS ANSON–ROA, actress/TV host.
"…unity for our nation." – GLYDEL MERCADO, actress.
"... God, my family and friends." – MELANIE MARQUEZ, actress/former beauty queen.
"…for people to support in realizing every child’s dream today." – DIETHER OCAMPO, actors/performer.
"…for our politicians to start loving the Filipinos genuinely." – ISAY ALVAREZ, actress/performer.
"…to sprout new wings and take flight across the universe, just as I did as a kid (in my mind of course)!" –RYAN CAYABYAB, composer/conductor/TV personality.
"...for my family to be whole again. For my mom and dad get back together and truly love each other again. And I know this is possible in Jesus’ mighty name." – FRANCO LAUREL, singer/actor.
"…an ipod so I can learn more songs that will touch more people." – DRAE YBANEZ, Philippine Idol finalist.
"…good health, more love and less of self interest for every body; to truly try our best to make this a better world where our children and our children’s children can grow up; and in spite of all the difficulties in life, as long as we celebrate the greatest manifestation of God’s love for mankind, giving us His only Son, which is Christmas, I believe there is hope. – CHERRY PIE PICACHE, actress.
"…a vacation in New York because there’s snow there." –MO TWISTER, radio jock/host.
"… a brand new car!" – JANNO GIBBS, singer/comedian.
"... more of all the blessings I received in 2006 for 2007. Madaya ba ang sagot ko? My projects were successful and awarded, finances grew, family is healthy and happy, lovelife is the best. I made new friends and rekindled old ones. I am healthy and content. ABS–CBN is number one again. What more can I say, but, thank You Lord God. More please! Amen." –KORINA SANCHEZ, newscaster.
"...peace... might sound corny but it’s what I really wish for... peace around the world... peace in the country... peace in all families... and peace of mind." – ALBERT MARTINEZ, actor.
"…for people to watch and appreciate our movie ‘Kasal, Kasali, Kasalo.’ It’s been graded A (Excellent) by the Cinema Evaluation Board which found the movie finely crafted, entertaining and intelligent. We had a lot of fun doing the film and I hope it translates to the viewers. Truly refreshing and hilarious, heart-warming and wholesome. I also want Juday to win as Best Actress; but with or without the filmfest award, Juday will always be my Best Actress!" –RYAN AGONCILLO, TV host/actor.
"… that life in this country would be more responsible, honest and efficient." – ERIK MATTI, director.
"…some peace and quiet and eight hours of sleep." – JESSICA SOHO, broadcast journalist.
"…the warm hugs and the sound of reverberating laughter of the people who really matter to me." – JOEY REYES, director.
"…a vacation in Waling-Waling or the White House in Boracay with my family; hosting or singing for corporate shows from Dec. 1 to 23rd kept me from spending time with my husband and my baby girl Lia. I think we deserve some R&R. A family that swims together stays together." – GISELLE SANCHEZ, comedienne.
"…for all to come to know the true meaning of Christmas and that’s for all to come to know our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ." – KUH LEDESMA, singer/host.
"…magkasamasama kami ng family ko." –NADINE SAMONTE, actress.
"… a peaceful life." –CRISTINE REYES, actress.
"…happiness." – MURA, TV personality.
"…food for everyone, every time, every day." – WYNGARD TRACY, talent manager/TV personality.
"…eight hours of sleep but since I have work to do on Christmas, it would always be a wish for now." – ARNOLD CLAVIO, broadcast journalist.
"…food?" – MARISSA SANCHEZ, comedienne.
"…my family, good health, peace and love." – LORNA TOLENTINO, actress/talk show host.
"…for my family and I never to lose focus on God. We all strive to become excellent in everything we do and sometimes forget who made us excellent in the first place." – DAVID BUNEVACZ, former athlete, TV personality.
"…my (son’s) two front teeth! He lost both over the last couple of months. He’s cute but refuses to smile when I take his picture. Ah... the joys of fatherhood… and an exciting theater project in 2007." – AUDIE GEMORA, theater actor/TV personality.
"…an end to this current crop of intrigue." – LEA SALONGA, actress/performer.
"...to be with my husband alone away from work. Since we opened Beverly Hills 6750, David and I have been busy, so a little relaxing and passionate moment with him will surely be nice. Of course, to spend more time with the kids, especially my eldest daughter Hayca who is leaving for the States next week to study there." — JESSICA RODRIGUEZ-BUNEVACZ, TV host-talent manager, businesswoman
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