The little girl with cancer carried an IV bag onto the catwalk.

Putting aside the pain of everyday life, these Cinderellas transform into elegant princesses on the catwalk, bringing tears to the eyes of many.

October 30th may be an ordinary day for many, but it's special for others. Children of all ages, with short or long hair, were among them. These children, some as young as 4-6 years old, the oldest 14, some with bald heads due to radiation therapy, had the opportunity to stand and walk on one of Vietnam's most professional catwalks.

Unlike their peers, these children are unfortunately burdened with physical and emotional pain. Among these "little princesses" known to the online community, some are homeless or unfortunately suffer from disabilities or illnesses. cancer blood…

Faced with difficulties, how many people are brave enough to overcome them and move forward, or do they hide their pain amidst the long, drawn-out journey of life? On that day, these children were living proof to answer that question. The group of child models radiated positive energy but also brought tears to the eyes of many who witnessed it.

Cinderella left her IV bag behind.

“I wondered why I was born. I wondered why I grew up. And now I don’t need to know the reason. Without hesitation, I still step into the vastness of life…”, each lyric resonated, bringing the entire stage to a moment of silence.

After a few lines of singing, the singer in her glamorous dress stepped back to the left of the stage to make way for special guests. For a moment, the atmosphere became tense, with not a whisper or murmur of conversation.

It was a moment when everyone witnessed a girl with an amputated arm walking confidently down the catwalk. Despite the dazzling lights and the audience's gaze, her steps were slow and steady, and she completed her performance flawlessly.

KMany people exclaimed, "How did you manage to overcome all that?"

Not just one, but all the babies wearing crowns were the highlight of the evening. Aquafina Vietnam International Fashion Week 2019. Following the performance was Hoàng Anh, a homeless child who gained attention on social media a few months ago.

That day, she wore a sparkling princess-like outfit and walked with a confident, decisive stride. Her gentle smile and expressive eyes prompted many to immediately pull out their phones to capture the moment.

That emotionally charged moment brought tears to the eyes of actress Lan Phuong and many viewers..

“The "somber note" of the show resonated once again when a little girl, guided onto the runway by another child model, walked down the steps. Ha My (4 years old, suffering from leukemia) took small steps across the runway with an angelic smile and big, round eyes.

She was innocent, seemingly unaware of the IV drip behind her and the illness she was suffering from. Seeing her smile, many people couldn't hold back their tears on the night of October 30th.

Dressed in outfits designed by Thao Nguyen, the little angels confidently strode across the grand runway, with many cameras and lights focused on them. The blue dresses conveyed a meaningful message the designer wanted to send to the audience, as well as to share with the families of underprivileged children.

Tears behind the scenes

Alongside the mothers eagerly awaiting their children's turn to perform on the runway, there were also reporters. Zing.vn Then I caught another pair of eyes from backstage.

Ha My's mother always stands behind the scenes, watching her daughter's every move. Whether it's a rehearsal or a real performance, she can't hold back her tears.

Ha My's mother leaned quietly against the stage frame, unable to hide the tears that streamed down her face, revealing the worry and hardship she had endured.

“"I never imagined that one day my child would be walking on a stage like this," the mother said, visibly moved.

From rehearsals to the actual trip, the humble mother always hugged and kissed her on the cheek, never forgetting to say, "My Ha My is so amazing.".

Occasionally, she would adjust the numerous tubes attached to her child's body for chemotherapy. Despite having so many things attached to her body, the 4-year-old seemed unfazed and continued to run, jump, and play with her siblings.

Throughout the 12 hours on stage, the little girl radiated positive energy, constantly joking with her friends and occasionally asking her mother for a snack. My loves eating chips. To get her to stand and pose for photos, her mother had to feed her a piece of snack.

“"At home, she's just as mischievous and loves to run and jump. Being able to come to a lively place and perform has made her happy for the past few days," the mother said.

‘'Dad, are you coming down to watch me perform?'’

“"Dad, can you come down for my performance tomorrow?" was the innocent question Ha My asked her mother the night before.

Ha My's mother said: "My roommate also has a child with leukemia. That girl is performing tonight. My got to perform in Thao Nguyen's show thanks to her recommendation.".

Undeterred by the long distance, Ha My's father traveled over 300 km from Son La to Hanoi to bring her and her mother to the rehearsal before the show. The journey from the National Institute of Hematology and Blood Transfusion to the most spectacular fashion show stage in Vietnam had never felt so close to this determined young girl's family. In an instant, Cinderella was transformed into a princess.

At 9 am on October 30th, My's family arrived at the National Convention Center (Hanoi) – the venue for the fashion week. She wore a flared dress printed with Elsa – the ice queen character from the animated film.

Ha My spends 12 hours running, jumping, and playing backstage. If it weren't for the tube inserted directly into her heart, perhaps no one would know that she has leukemia.

Around 5:30 PM, he quietly stood outside, waiting for his daughter to change clothes and put on makeup. His phone, filled with pictures of his 4-year-old daughter, was his only source of amusement during this waiting period. Although chairs were available, he chose to stand outside the door. When his legs got too tired, he would sit down on the floor.

If it weren't for her short hair, a consequence of her terrible illness, and the IV drip, Ha My would be a normal little girl like everyone else. Even so, she doesn't show any signs of fatigue or whine to her mother. She is sociable and playful with her peers. It is her innocent smile that has earned her admiration from many for her optimistic outlook on life.

Angels bring positive energy.

“"Smile, child," "That's right, turn around..." Those present at the rehearsal. Aquafina Vietnam International Fashion Week 2019 It may be impossible to avoid the familiar voice of the director speaking to the child models.

If they were professional child models, everything would be normal. What's noteworthy is that these children with innocent smiles and bright eyes are special.

Without any formal training, the little angels listened attentively to the instructions and followed them. Their expressions brought many viewers to tears.

“"I don't know how to express it, but every time I see the children come out, tears well up in my eyes," shared an audience member present at the performance on the evening of October 30th.

Ha Phuong is used to working as a photo model, but this is a rare occasion for her to walk on a major runway.

“This is the most spectacular stage I’ve ever been on. I feel like I didn’t do a very good job with my performance,” said Ha Phuong (14 years old), a girl who lost one arm. Zing.vn.

Do fairy tales have happy endings?

Fairy tales often have happy endings for unfortunate princesses. Cinderella lives happily ever after with the prince. Snow White returns from the dead after receiving a kiss. Many other stories offer similar "happy endings," and some also feature tragic characters, like The Little Mermaid.

On the night of October 30th, the group of little angels captivated the hearts of the guests attending Fashion Week. Tomorrow, the day after, and many days to come, their names will likely appear in the media. Philanthropists will surely show up, and promises will spread far and wide…

When Hoang Anh became famous, many philanthropists came forward, and many promises were made. But afterwards, most of them remained just promises.

At this point, many people are reminded of the difficult life of another "rising star": the homeless girl famous for her fashionista-like style – Nguyen Hoang Anh (6 years old).

Hoang Anh attracted attention on social media back in March. Most of the clothes she owns are either scavenged from the streets or donated by philanthropists. Hoang Anh has to make a living on the streets with her mother and three siblings. In the evening, she and her family return to a makeshift shelter in the Bach Mai area that her mother rents as their overnight resting place.

Present at the rehearsal, the little girl stood out with her fair skin and unique outfit. She chose a red t-shirt and a gray tiered skirt. The highlight of the whole outfit was the pair of transparent glitter boots paired with high-knee purple socks. Her stylishly layered haircut was the work of her mother, Ms. Nguyen Thi Thanh (45 years old).

Shortly after the Vietnamese national team's victory, netizens spotted an image of a young girl lying listlessly on the roadside amidst the celebratory crowds.

Many people have forgotten who she is, even though her face once dominated the headlines. Others who remember are shocked to learn that her seemingly prosperous life turned out to be nothing more than a fleeting illusion. Yes, that girl is Hoang Anh.

Ms. Hoang Anh, from My Nghen, choked up as she said, "Hoang Anh's life is probably not what people think. She rose to fame for a while, but then everything went back to how it was before. Many people made promises and then kept putting them off.".

Nghền's eyes showed no trace of sadness, as if he were all too familiar with hopeless waiting.

Hoang Anh didn't think that far ahead. The only thing she cared about today was the moment she would step onto the stage in that gorgeous outfit. That was like achieving half of her dream. The rest was "too soon to tell"...

And the moment has arrived…

The makeup team worked at full capacity to ensure Hoang Anh could shine brightly on stage. She looked absolutely gorgeous with her sparkling glitter and crown.

Witnessing the entire transformation, my colleague standing next to me whispered, "Isn't this what they call Cinderella turning into a princess in fairy tales?".

I don't know how to answer that either. Cinderella lived happily ever after with the prince. But Hoang Anh remains as uncertain and aimless as when she first received attention. Today, she might shine like a princess. Tomorrow, we might see her lying on the roadside with her mother, struggling to make ends meet…

Thanks to the support of designer Thao Nguyen, Hoang Anh had her first opportunity to walk on the runway. But after that night, would she return to the sidewalks of Hang Bong Street like she had been on so many nights before?

“"Thanks to Ms. Thao, Hoang Anh was able to stand on a professional stage for the first time. If given the support, the family also wants to guide her down this path in the long term," Nghen said.

That's a future no one can predict. Hoang Anh and Ha My are just two small lives caught in the whirlwind of media. They could become Cinderellas, but they could also vanish like sea foam. Because not every fairy tale has a happy ending…

Viet Hung – Hoai Thuong – Phuong Lam – Hoang Viet

(Link: https://news.zing.vn/co-be-ung-thu-mau-mang-tui-truyen-dich-len-san-catwalk-post1008120.html)

Author: Viet My College - Date written: November 7, 2019

Category: Students, News - Events, Uncategorized

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