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My precious elder brother always has a smile for everyone, even strangers and enemies. Some think he is stupid when in fact they are the real fools for not recognizing his magnanimity. How many of us will not lash back when insulted, scolded or beaten. My saint brother will just smile, say "omitofo, eat more tofu" and walk away. MM strongly believes in peaceful, non-retaliating act amid confrontations. Yes, we have a "Dalai Lama" in the family.
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This is a tribute to my dearest brother, who has given me a new life and continues to encourage and inspire me to be a better person.
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Given that today is also Academy Awards 2009, the Oscar goes to..... (drum rolls).......MM for the following awards:
The best brother award
The best brother-in-law award
The best uncle award
The best nephew award
The best husband award
The best father award
The best son-in-law
The best broker award
Happy Birthday, my dearest angel!
Thank you for enriching our lives and for always being there for us. Here's wishing u,
good health and strength
genuine wealth and love
lots of smiles and laughter
peace of mind
Love always,
Lily + Stephan = Midori
aka
The 3 Lil' Pigs in the still snowy Germany