Twin Wedding Video

Praise God, I was able to finish the video in time. I added the pictures that Rae sent and got it to the post office for overnight mailing right before it closed. They should have it in time to show at the reception. I had to work through the night a few times to get it done. Like, yesterday I went to bed at 8 in the morning and I got up 3 hours later to finish it. Well, I'm glad everything is done and I thank Jesus for helping me make it. I really wanted to do this because I promised them before that I would make a wedding video for them when they get married. Because of the surprise double wedding though I just wasn't sure if I could make it in time. But in the end everything turned out okay. If you want to see a small size version of it, click on the photo.




To the twins and their new hubbys, "Congratulations!"

Missing the double wedding

Esther, Kristel & Jarel went to San Diego to attend the twin's double wedding. I'm not able to go because of trying to get something started with my new line of work. I was able to make a wedding video for Bec but not for Rachel since her's was short notice. It didn't feel right not having a video for Rae so I told her I'd try. She just emailed some pictures so hopefully I can make something quick for her and send it. It would be nice but I'm not sure if I can do this in time.

Lola's Little Helper

While in New Jersey, Jarel saw his lola sweep the floor each night. Well, on our last night there, he found the broom and dustpan in the kitchen and went around the house sweeping everwhere just like Lola.

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New Jersey Visit

Last weekend - Memorial Day weekend - we drove up to New Jersey to visit my parents. The drive was a little over 8 hours. It was great seeing family again, but most of all it was great seeing my dad. This was the main reason for the trip. I wanted to spend more time with him. Something that I regret not having done more of in the past. Now, I just want to hear his stories, his past escapades. I remember past conversations on how he would talk about the war, his family, how he met mom...
But unfortunately these conversations, it seem, won't happen anymore. My dad's memory is failing. I am saddened by the fact that he may not even remember our visit there. But I'm still thankful that he is still around being the wonderful dad that he is and also a wonderful grandfather to my nephews and nieces, and to my son and daughter whenever they could see him.
In another month we'll take another drive up there and get to enjoy his company again. I wish everyone had a father as extraordinary as mine. He's someone who always makes you feel that you're special.
Dad, you'll always be the greatest to me!

My dad, Manolo and our son Jarel Daseph Manolo (swinging).