People Asia: Dave Sandoval’s ‘flowerful’ message of hope
An article by JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ In the time of Covid-19, there is perhaps, no nobler task than being part of the frontline. It is for this very reason that doctors, nurses, workers in the food and service industry, as well as those in public service, among others, have been aptly called “modern-day heroes.” Dave Sandoval, a celebrated events stylist known for his exquisite floral arrangements may not be a front liner, but that doesn’t mean he’ll just wait the battle out. In fact, he joins the fight with his weapons of choice – and his language of love – flowers. Dave, along with his reliable driver, has spent the past few weeks going around hospitals in the metro to deliver a message of hope to front liners, through numerous assortments of roses and other blooms that he personally arranges for them. And while they may not have the power to protect these professionals from the dreaded novel coronavirus like PPEs, or nourish their bodies the way food does, these flowers can most …
