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Mama mia!

She was 20 when the first child came - a year after she got married, then 3 more followed. Unfortunately, life for someone who wed at a young age wasn't that easy but she didn't waver. Her children became her sole reason and strength. From being a store keeper to insurance agent, to becoming an OFW from Lebanon to Switzerland. She has experienced  a varied life but  she is first a mother who has  sacrificed a lot and whom her children look up to and truly love, a Mami and Mama to her grand children. She has done it all and still wouldn't stop. Her tenacity is admirable.

It might have taken a while to finally have her own house but it's worth the wait.


Today she is 60. Still bustling with energy. Spoiling her grand children. Lavishly.


My only wish : take time to relax and enjoy the flowers. We love you so much Mama!!! Happy, happy birthday!!!
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Anonymous said…
Congratulations to Mama Mary!

I saw her in Philippines and could imagine how many things she did and does for her family and all the people around, she's a queen.
May you transfer my wishes for a really happy birthday?

Your sister-in-law

Zem
February 1, 2010 at 6:43 AM
Vivianne's Vista said…
Congratulations to Mama! Thoe house looks really nice also. Visiting from SITS!
February 1, 2010 at 12:07 PM
Katie said…
How sweet! What a lovely blog. Thanks for stopping by. :)
February 1, 2010 at 3:46 PM
Emily said…
What a beautiful house and such an interesting life!

Stopping by from SITS!
February 1, 2010 at 4:23 PM
Anonymous said…
YESSSSSSSSSS!!!Mama Mary @ 60...what an achievement...congratulations and happy happy birthday ate mary. i tried to call u on your mobile but no answer, so pls mayet paki-relay n lng our msge to her, hope she can read it also. super mom ka tlaga mama mary...bukod kang pinagpala...inspite of too much hardwork & sacrifices...you can still maintain your good aura, physically fit & sexy...a super cool lola. may God bless u more bdays to come, stay young and baby face hahaha...bka talunin mo pa kutis ni erin wag nman...u know what i mean basta laging may smile nkkbata lalo di ba? i honor you being such a wonderful mom, lola, a sister and a friend to us...really nice your house. so,till here na muna see u soon saan man tayo mgkita at mkpag-toast to a drink of champagne. again, happy happy bday. thankful to God that we have ate mary like you. hugs n kissess...eva, cel & gelo
February 1, 2010 at 11:03 PM
Mommy Kennedy said…
Happy Birthday "Mama!"

Just wanted to stop and say thank you for the comment you left on my blog! Have a great day!
February 2, 2010 at 5:08 AM
shimumsy said…
nice house and happy birthday. enjoy.
February 2, 2010 at 12:45 PM
tammy said…
Aw, what a sweet tribute!!

Happy Birthday to Mama!! :)
February 2, 2010 at 11:07 PM
Heather said…
Thanks for stopping by my blog!

What a super cute house, Happy Birthday!!
February 2, 2010 at 11:22 PM
CJ said…
Beautiful post! happy b'day to your Mama!

Glad i found your blog at SITS!
February 3, 2010 at 1:22 PM
Anonymous said…
That is very sweet. SOunds like my mom.
February 3, 2010 at 8:13 PM
Mrsbear said…
Happy Birthday to her! Sounds like she deserves much happiness on her day.

Thanks also for stopping by today!
February 4, 2010 at 2:47 AM
Alma said…
grabe... nagpaiyak ka na naman for the nth time... we love you Ma... Hah! naiyak pa ako ha... Grabe!!!!!!
February 22, 2010 at 12:17 PM
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