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On Her 63rd

My nanay (mom) isn't fond of celebrating her birthday with a planned party nor we, her children didn't think of preparing such for her. Recalling her birthday celebrations, she used to cook for us for a simple dinner. No cakes, no flowers, just a plain dinner for the whole family but yesterday, August 14, 2015 was a date to remember for all of us because for the very first time, we prepared a birthday surprise for her.

Nanay's memorable 63rd birthday.
Thanks to Ronalyn, my brother's girlfriend for being hands on for the surprise party for nanay.

The mastermind... :)
We booked in my parent's favorite restaurant in Iloilo City, Philippines named Summer House in Midtown Hotel located in Calle Real de Iloilo. Part of the menu was Nanay's favorite "bihon tostado", a must try from the said restaurant.

Nanay only knew that they'll only fetch me after my work and will just dine out somewhere but here what was waiting for her.



Party poppers, cake, flowers and some of her favorites from the menu was served. I invited some special people who made a great part in our lives and there we go! The Celebrant came in suprise and looking at her shedding tears of joy melted our hearts.


This was the first time my mother experienced a birthday celebration! She uttered, "kung wala ko nag 63..." (until I reached my 63rd...). A little guilt struck me but we still enjoyed her day. Hehe... 100 percent!



The day ended with great joys in our hearts and what I realized was not to loose every important event in our lives. We only live once thus it's always worthy of living it to the fullest with family and friends.

Happy Birthday, nanay!



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