Congratulations, Rabiya!
Taking to Instagram on August 28, 2023, Miss Universe Philippines 2020 Rabiya Mateo proudly put out two captivating photos of her recent milestones.
In this post, Rabiya stood confidently in a black front split-leg dress beside her very first car, a prize she won from winning the Miss Universe Philippines title.
Serving as her backdrop was her first home—her recent purchase.
"Power of manifestation. With my first car and first house [red heart emoji]," she wrote.
Reflecting on the past, Rabiya added, "Three years ago this seems to be impossible but this is the result of countless prayers and hard work.
"Reminding everyone, not to be scared to dream big! [red heart emoji]"
The photos of the beauty queen with her two properties were taken from her hometown in Iloilo, Philippines.
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FIRST HOME
Revisiting a key moment, Rabiya gave her followers a peek into her house through Instagram Reels earlier this year, on January 22, 2023.
Overflowing with emotion, she shared, "Hey guys, nandito ako ngayon sa labas ng kakabili kong bahay para sa pamilya ko sa Iloilo."
Full of gratitude, she looked back on her journey: "And actually medyo... I'm kinda getting emotional kasi parang, looking back then...
"Parang it was so impossible for us to have a property kasi nagre-rent lang kami.
"Tapos no permanent address din. Nakailang-lipat na din ng bahay.
"God has been so good to me and my family.
"At sa lahat ng blessings na pumasok talaga, God is so good."
With hope, she looked ahead: "So hopefully, in the coming years, mas mapaganda pa namin yung bahay na ito."
FIRST CAR
Meanwhile, Rabiya's first car was a symbol of her success as Miss Universe Philippines 2020.
Read: Miss Universe Philippines 2020 Rabiya Mateo gets a brand-new car on her first day at work
A red MG ZS Alpha crossover, awarded by event partner MG Philippines in 2021, was always there during her time as Miss Universe Philippines, accompanying her as she fulfilled her duties and responsibilities.
The Royal Blood actress fondly called the subcompact car "Abegail."
Since then, Abegail became not just a big part of Rabiya's Miss Universe Philippines journey, but also a testament to her career milestones.
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