Shirley One thing I love about my brother Vee is that he is very considerate and thoughtful and has the best sense of humor! Lots and lots of memories from back in the day when Vee was a spry young man. I recall when Nelly, Nana and I went to Philly to decorate a wedding. When we started Platinum Star Events (yes ooo… we were event planners!). We wisely decided to drive back in a rented U-Haul truck in a snowstorm and got stuck somewhere on the turnpike and called Vee to pick up Nana… the look on Vee’s face when he got there was priceless! Nelly and I wisely did not say a word! Always wondered how the conversation went in that car ride home. On a more somber note, I recall when Barbara passed, Vee was so supportive and counseled Kwabena who had just ended his junior year in high school at the time. He also gave me great tips on how to navigate my new role as a guardian for a teenager! Love you, Vee!!! For the next decade, paving the way to sixty and retirement, Lucky will be 12 by then! My wish is for you to see him before then!!!! Seriously though… Vee, my wish is for you to realize all of your dreams and to achieve all of your personal and professional goals, to see your family thrive and for you to live life to the fullest. Muah! Yaa One thing I love about Vee is his cool, calm demeanor. My most memorable moments with Vidal were Nana’s 40th Birthday in Cape Town as well as Kwadwo’s Graduation in Orlando, Florida. Vee, may this milestone year be the beginning of a new and exciting chapter in your life filled with joy, love, and abundance. As you look back on all that you have accomplished in the past half-century, take pride in the person you have become and the countless lives you have touched along the way. As you look forward to the future, may you be blessed with good health, happiness, and prosperity. May you continue to chase your dreams and find fulfillment in all that you do. May all your days be filled with love, laughter, and endless possibilities. Happy 50th birthday Vee! 34 The Birthday Journal
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