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Ellen Adarna declares love for her kids: 'My forever'

By Jansen Ramos
Published March 6, 2026 1:21 PM PHT

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Ellen Adarna described her children, Elias and Liana, as 'the sweetest little souls who made me understand what real love is.'

Ellen Adarna recently shared her personal reflection about motherhood.

In a touching Instagram post on Thursday, March 5, the single mom of two opened up about how much her children, Elias and Liana, mean to her. Alongside the post are her photos with her kids during their beach trip to Amanpulo in Palawan.

Ellen wrote in the caption, "In this life, many things will come and go….But these two are my forever."

Despite the challenges that come with parenting, the love she has for her children remains constant. For her, they are her greatest source of happiness and motivation.

She added, "The sweetest hugs, kisses and giggles….. the tiny hands that hold my face, the little voices that say “mama”.

"The sweetest little souls who made me understand what real love is."

Ellen ended her post with a heartfelt note to her children: “Mama loves you forever and ever and ever.”

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During the beach getaway, Ellen and her kids were joined by Elias's father, John Lloyd Cruz, along with his girlfriend, Isabel Santos.

Meanwhile, Ellen's second child, Liana, is her daughter with former husband Derek Ramsay. The actress has been vocal about the issues surrounding their separation, including alleged infidelity and financial support for their child.

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