BB@60 Mrs Beatrice Bridget Ofei, Née Anaman, a.k.a. BB, my dearest and special niece, I am indeed privileged to be alive and present at this special milestone celebration of your 60 years. BB, I want to take this opportunity to let you knowwho you are. You are respectful, humble, modest, a mother, sincere, kind, a leader, noble, grateful, a gem, hardworking, beautiful inside and out, an award winner, and blessed. Of all the qualities listed above, I can give instances in which you have portrayed them. You have been kind to me, taking care of me whenever I was hospitalised, showering me with gifts, and even employing a gardener to take care of my flowers. BB, an entrepreneur as you are, you have been able to establish your own business. We—your Anaman, Morrison, andHogan family members—are proud of you. You showed your gratitude to me when I presented your wedding veil to you. You shouted, “Auntie, thank you very much; you have really made my day.” It still rings a bell. BB, you were shy and timid to a fault when you were about ten years old. I am sure you have not forgotten your first encounter with the people at the Kingsway stores in Accra, and worst of all, seeing the crowd at the car park at Mokola. I adopted a way to help you overcome your timidity by taking you shopping regularly, visiting Dan’s Paradise for ice cream and milkshakes at weekends, and organising children’s parties for you and your siblings. When I urged Daddy to purchase a piano frommy Japanese colleague at work for you, little did I know that the seriousness with which you approached your piano lessons would help you become a proficient pianist, even playing at church. BB, all these and other qualities have contributed to your achievements. We are indeed proud of you. Bravo, my special niece! I love you. Auntie Regina As you celebrate sixty remarkable years, we reflect on the gift of you. Your kindness has been a gentle anchor, your wisdom a guiding light, and your love a constant comfort to our entire family. We wish you a birthday that shimmers with the same joy you so freely give to others. May the path ahead be lined with peace, your heart be light, and your days be long with everything that brings you happiness. You are so deeply loved by all of us. Rosie, Aretha, and Ama My dearest Aunty BB, I could write a novel about howmagnificent you are. You are kind, genuine, compassionate, strong, determined, and beautiful. If I become even half the woman you are, I will be very pleased. Thank you for being you! Lots of love from Melissa Ewuraba Anaman I hope you have a beautiful day with the family and receive all the blessings in the world. Me dɔ papapa, Luke Kennedy 28 The Birthday Journal
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