I have been away for a long time from my blogger's seat. This long August weekend certainly should be THE time to write some.
July 6, 2012 was the 90th day of my Mama. After some illness last April-May that increased her pain in the back, we were able to strike a good balance of pain relievers safely and so, on July 7, 2012, we honored her with a thanksgiving celebration in Valdia Resort, Sicayab, Dipolog City. My sister Nellie Crawford and her family were there, my family too - Ed, Tin and Grace and the celebration was attended by close relatives and friends who helped make it a success.
Here are some details: a 4- tier cake, banner with her photos and video loops of photos during her work days as an educator, with my deceased Papa, and her travels abroad - all contributed by her nieces and nephews. Many were called by the emcee, a niece - Cheche, to give some messages. One could hear several lines repeated - she cared for us, she taught us to pray, she told outrageous stories, she is a strong woman, intelligent, patient and helped some nephews in their schooling. Tio Vicente, my Papa's youngest brod made a quaint speech on the seasons of life
: ) There were Mama's cousins too, and their children were represented!
Dr. Val and Lydia Tiu, owners of the resort, came and we certainly were honored by their presence.
At the end of the day, Mama had a blast opening her gifts, and sure enough, gifts reveal the child in all of us! Look at her opening her gifts!
She is a most wonderful gift from God, given a long and full life. Praise the Lord!
July 6, 2012 was the 90th day of my Mama. After some illness last April-May that increased her pain in the back, we were able to strike a good balance of pain relievers safely and so, on July 7, 2012, we honored her with a thanksgiving celebration in Valdia Resort, Sicayab, Dipolog City. My sister Nellie Crawford and her family were there, my family too - Ed, Tin and Grace and the celebration was attended by close relatives and friends who helped make it a success.
Here are some details: a 4- tier cake, banner with her photos and video loops of photos during her work days as an educator, with my deceased Papa, and her travels abroad - all contributed by her nieces and nephews. Many were called by the emcee, a niece - Cheche, to give some messages. One could hear several lines repeated - she cared for us, she taught us to pray, she told outrageous stories, she is a strong woman, intelligent, patient and helped some nephews in their schooling. Tio Vicente, my Papa's youngest brod made a quaint speech on the seasons of life: ) There were Mama's cousins too, and their children were represented!
Dr. Val and Lydia Tiu, owners of the resort, came and we certainly were honored by their presence.
At the end of the day, Mama had a blast opening her gifts, and sure enough, gifts reveal the child in all of us! Look at her opening her gifts!
She is a most wonderful gift from God, given a long and full life. Praise the Lord!
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