But only a part of the family were here to celebrate Lola Lola's 80+ year old birthday. She is flanked by sons, daughters, grand kids, great-grand kids, and extended family.
Savory and sweet homemade dishes compliments of Tita Neneth and company were enjoyed by all(especially myself)! Rich in tradition, and celebrated by many, a birthday commemorates another year for this special celebrant. The matriarch of the family was honored with song, food, and family. Children's laughter and adult conversation was heard from every corner of the house.
What this unique mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother knows lays behind those eyes (yes, also behind the shiner that she received from a fall onto the floor). Thoughts and memories that only she remembers all compiled from the many years that she has celebrated. In my own opinion, it is she that is a symbol of family. It is she who has set the paths for her children and her children's children, and so forth. Without her, we would not all be here in this room. I have witnessed love and caring from those present, and I know they have witnessed those same emotions from Lola Lola. It is my hope to do the same to my children in hopes that they too will do the same to their family. Happy Birthday!
But only a part of the family were here to celebrate Lola Lola's 80+ year old birthday. She is flanked by sons, daughters, grand kids, great-grand kids, and extended family. 
Savory and sweet homemade dishes compliments of Tita Neneth and company were enjoyed by all(especially myself)! Rich in tradition, and celebrated by many, a birthday commemorates another year for this special celebrant. The matriarch of the family was honored with song, food, and family. Children's laughter and adult conversation was heard from every corner of the house. 
What this unique mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother knows lays behind those eyes (yes, also behind the shiner that she received from a fall onto the floor). Thoughts and memories that only she remembers all compiled from the many years that she has celebrated. In my own opinion, it is she that is a symbol of family. It is she who has set the paths for her children and her children's children, and so forth. Without her, we would not all be here in this room. I have witnessed love and caring from those present, and I know they have witnessed those same emotions from Lola Lola. It is my hope to do the same to my children in hopes that they too will do the same to their family. Happy Birthday!
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