Remembering this special day....

"We always know that someday
the people we love will pass.
But nothing prepares us for it
or makes it any easier.
And on special days like birthdays
or when we see little things that remind us,
we find ourselves hurting
& missing them the most.
And while nothing seems to soothe that pain,
in time we eventually come to realize
that it's all of our memories
of those little things and special days
which seem to matter most.
They allow us the special privilege
of having known that person
& keeping their memory alive
in our hearts and minds.

So today as we remember your birthday,

we find comfort in all of those little moments."

It's my Tatay Romy's 72nd birthday today!  I would have baked him a nice birthday cake! Sadly, he's no longer with us now, he passed away 12 years ago.  

Hardworking, generous, caring and loving ... that's my Tatay!  He would do anything for us huwag lang daw kaming mahirapan. 

He died (of sudden heart attack) 6 months after I gave birth to Matt.  I'm so thankful he was able to be with his 5th grandson even for a short time.

 

Taken Jan 11, 2000. Matt was only 3 wks old

You would have been so happy if you were able to meet your two adorable grand daughters. If you're still here, I'm sure you will take these girls around our little town to show-off to your friends.

Our two "bunso"

Your seven grandchildren would have loved to hear your jokes. 

Christmas 2011 (James was not able to join in this picture)

It would have been a perfect New Year celebration if you were still with us.

New Year's Eve 2011

Happy birthday Tay! We miss you especially during our family get together. Until we meet again in heaven :) We love you!