Marjorie Barretto hosts Despedida de Soltera for daughter Dani

As the countdown to Dani Barretto's wedding to her non-showbiz boyfriend Xavi Panlilio begins this month, proud mom Marjorie Barretto threw her eldest daughter a classy Despedida de Soltera last April 14 with their closest friends and family. Dani's younger sister Julia was not in attendance because of work commitments. Marj also shared some thoughts on the upcoming nuptials.

She wrote:

"With only a few days left till my first daughter’s wedding.. I gave her a Despedida De Soltera. I have to admit, the wedding preparations have distracted me from really allowing myself to feel all the emotions that a Mom goes thru when her daughter is getting married, one of my greatest strengths is to mask my feelings so I can stay focused on my responsibilities, and get the job done first. But last night, in the company of our families and closest friends, I felt that if we only continue to shower this couple with lots of love , prayers and guidance, they will do fine as a married couple. So this is me, saying goodbye to my Dani, turning over to Xavi all responsibilities knowing he can take care of her very well, and welcoming a new son into my family.