On my 70th birthday, Aug. 11, I want to say a prayer for appreciating my two precious gifts from God. Thank you po Lord, for my C and C, as also, as my precocious enjoyable, wholesome #princess2015la

Of course, my adventurous husband who took us to more than half of the national parks and lots of state and county parks. Maraming Salamat po and thanks, google for surfacing these precious photos

And after more than 40 years of grassroots organizing, over 30 years of public service and over 14 years of being a community journalist/features writer, I have met hundreds of beautiful soulful folks.

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Snippets of virtual messages I got:

“Haluhalu Tita Prosy, happy happy birthday. Wishing you the happiest of birthdays today and every year, for the rest of your life. Please know that you’ve always been a blessing and inspiration to everyone around you.”

“Aloha and “Hau`oli Lā Hānau” to you. Hope that you are still holding up well after the past few years. Take care.”

“Your birthday is going to be so great. I’ll make sure of it by praying to the Lord through the intercession of St. Anthony of Padua, that may this new stage of your life will come full of successes and blessings, and may grace be poured out upon you.

Stay safe and well always, Tita Prosy

God bless you always

Best Wishes with love and virtual hugs,

Bro. Luke, rcj”

“I hope you enjoy your birthday celebration with your family and keep in mind that God’s love is always with you. Happy Birthday!🎊🎉🎁

“Aww happy birthday Ate Prosy Delacruz. You are such a shining star with the most thoughtful and generous spirit. You speak from gratitude all the time and it’s inspiring to be a part of. Happy blessed 70th! We all love you.”