Celebrity daughter Ellie Ejercito just turned a year older earlier this week. Her parents, Andi Eigenmann and Jake Ejercito, penned a short but sweet message on their personal Instagram accounts to mark her special day.
Andi and Jake have been co-parenting Ellie for several years already.
READ: Andi Eigenmann, Jake Ejercito celebrate Ellie's 13th birthday in Manila
“Maligayang kaarawan, aking munting hiwaga,” Jake wrote on his post.
Meanwhile, the celebrity mother shared several memories she had with her daughter over the years. Some of the photos that she included were the times Ellie was living with them in Siargao before she went back to Manila for her education.
“Happy 14th birthday to my big girl.🥹 my first born, my day 1, my first big WHY. I love you!🫶🏽 I'm proud of you, I trust you, I am grateful for you,” Andi shared.
She reminded Ellie that she’ll be right behind her and ready to support her daughter who she wishes to focus on her dreams. “Keep your focus on chasing your dreams, Ell. I got your back always,” she ended.
Friends and fans sent their heartfelt messages and birthday greetings in the comment section of the celebrity parents’ posts. Other netizens expressed how time flies so fast that Andi’s firstborn is already 14 years old.
“Happy birthday Ellie,” actress and social media influencer Ivana Alawi wrote.
“Happy Birthday Ellie… miss ko na kayo,” comedian Pooh added.
During Ellie's 13th birthday, Andi flew back to Manila to celebrate with her daughter and Jake, who planned and organized the event. Present in the celebration back then was her half-siblings, Lilo and Koa.
Previously, Jake also expressed how excited he is for his daughter who he can’t wait to become “wiser, kinder, bolder, and even more beautiful.”
“I’ll probably never stop wishing I could keep my baby girl as my baby girl forever, but truth is, I also can’t wait to witness you grow— wiser, kinder, bolder, and even more beautiful… Though you’re already an incredibly smart and thoughtful young lady, there’s so much more coming your way. The next couple of years could be the best and most exciting of your life, but you’ll also discover new pains and the tough realities of this world," he previously shared.