‘My Eyes Filled With Tears’ Henry Galea Opens Up About Tree Lighting Experience
Malta’s festive season kicked off with an emotional moment for local artist Henry Galea, who shared his heartfelt reaction to this year’s Christmas tree lighting in Valletta.
Surrounded by friends, family, and the community, Galea described an unforgettable sense of togetherness.
“I still can’t believe what happened yesterday,” he wrote. “When I saw the tree lit up, and saw my family my grandmother, my grandfather alongside friends like Jason Zerafa and Ryan Pillow, and the Maltese people gathered together… my heart just burst.”
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He revealed that seeing his grandmother brought him to tears. “The moment I saw her, my eyes filled with tears and I couldn’t hold them back. This project was created from the heart, with so much love for our country, but I never imagined this reaction.”
Galea also expressed pride in the collective effort behind the tree, giving shoutouts to Jason Micallef, Owen Bonnici, and the Valletta Cultural Agency team for their support. He thanked everyone who attended or shared in the festive spirit, emphasising the importance of community and connection.
“The heart of Christmas is all about love,” Galea reflected. “Yesterday, it was wonderful to see the heart of the Maltese people shining as brightly as this tree. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Malta. You brought me here.”
The lighting of Valletta’s Christmas tree wasn’t just a visual spectacle, it was a moment that reminded everyone of the warmth, love, and unity that make Malta’s holiday celebrations so special.
Share this sweet moment with someone you wish to hug this holiday season!
Photo credits to Henry Galea on FaceBook
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