Carlo is now 14 years old

Today is Black Saturday yet I consider this as a day worth celebrating. Why? Because my one and only baby brother Carlo is turning 14 years old!

No matter how cheesy this photo looks like, this is priceless for me

I was able to talk to my mom awhile ago and I heard my brother singing Lady Gaga’s Poker Face at the background. His voice is still the same. I really miss him.

All I can do by now is reminisce:

11 Years of Laughter, 11 Years of Joy – This entry was written when I was still in Dagupan. We went to his school to give his classmates a Jollibee treat. As expected, he ate a lot. It was a heartwarming experience for me because it was the first time I was able to mingle with his schoolmates.

Someone’s turning 12 years old! – We were in Manila when we celebrated his 12th birthday. We went to Greenwich and had a little Pizza siesta.

Carlo’s 13th Birthday – My brother became a part of the “teens” group. Unfortunately for me, I wasn’t able to witness this event in his life. My mom and some of her friends managed to give my baby brother a simple birthday party – Filipino style.

Despite the distance, I am planning to celebrate my brother’s birthday too. I might go to one of his favorite fastfood chains and eat there with a friend or alone. Oh well. I miss my brother.

BTW, here’s a funny conversation that took place after I talked to mom:

Me: Hi Carlo! Happy Birthday!
Carlo: Pizza, Chicken Joy, Spagetti!
Me: Ay, wag naman ganyan. Di ako delivery girl.
Carlo: I Love You Forever.

And that made me smile