Career
In many ways, was a remarkable Presidential spouse, despite possessing a rather retiring character. Many past bearers of the title remained housebound homemakers, albeit as hostesses of Malacañang Palace. Raised some eyebrows in conservative circles when after her husband"s accession following the three-way 1992 elections, she refused to resign as registrar at the International School Manila"s old Makati campus.
Despite her new, exalted social rank as consort to the head of state, she dutifully reported to the registrar"s office much to the delight of female professionals.
She was a particularly visible advocate of sport, a field outside the traditional realm of First Ladies. An active sportswoman herself, she was most associated with badminton, having served as president of the Philippine Badminton Association.
She continues to be active in efforts devoted to the Pasig.