Usually, My Tita would spend New Year's in Cebu but this year she and my cousin were present in Tagaytay. It was the first in a long time that my dad, Tita, and Tito were together for the event. These three have always showed us that family will always be there for you. No matter how big or small the tragedy or the celebration is, fights will always be moved on from and the constant comfort of the family will never change.
As midnight came, we rushed to eat a 12 grapes in one minute to symbolize 12 prosperous months ahead. This was started when we welcomed Kuya Gil to the clan. We greeted each other and lighted some Roman Candles and Luces. We were surrounded by different lights and explosions while neighbors lighted wicks until there was a brownout in the area. Usually, we would be irritated by power interruptions but there was no irritated spirit in that house that night. We continued to be joyful while having our Media Noche, in candlelight. Even the kids paid no mind. We were simply happy being together. Of course, more food was involved.
The following morning, I noticed that another thing skipped was to take a picture of all of us. We were just in the house the whole day, enjoying ourselves. We played Kinect, some charades, Sequence, watched The Rite, and most importantly, we ate. Casual pictures were there but we did forget to take one big family picture even if the tripod and camera was ready throughout the stay. But then, it doesn't matter. This year would not be forgotten. Even if everyone has his or her quirks, blood will always be thicker than water.
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