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Gellibean the poem by Gia Aventajado

 My big kids have often shown me just how much they love their little sister. These gestures can be seen every day…no matter whether they are big or small…they always make me super proud and even a bit emotional. 

Gia wrote this poem a while back for a school assignment. I asked her if I could publish it here and she happily agreed. Thanks Babe!

 

I’ve got sunshine on a cloudy day… #mygirls #giamynina #gellibean

A photo posted by Michelle Aventajado (@mommanmanila) on Feb 21, 2014 at 11:54pm PST

I have a sister, named Gellibean
In our home, she reigns supreme
To me, she is a little queen
She’s not like any other you’ve ever seen

Her kisses and hugs are o so sweet
She smells so good, good enough to eat
She’s even got the cutest feet
I tell you this without conceit

My favorite time of the day
Is when it is our time to play
I cannot wait till I hear her say
I love you Gia, come what may

My wish for you, my sister dear
To face the world without any fear
To live your life full of love and cheer
And you for to remember I’m always here

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  1. Fran says

    February 3, 2015 at 8:55 am

    Tears in my eyes.Gia you are a beautiful and kind sister.Gelli,you are a lucky little girl because you are so loved

    • michelle says

      February 3, 2015 at 9:05 am

      I think they are both lucky to have each other 🙂

      Momma Fran!? Is datchu?

  2. Neema says

    February 3, 2015 at 10:47 am

    How lovely, Aventajado women!!!

    • michelle says

      February 3, 2015 at 1:40 pm

      Thanks for stopping by Neema!

  3. Peter A. Ressa says

    February 3, 2015 at 10:56 am

    Wow! I am so proud of you Gianina. What an absolutely beautiful poem for Gellibean! Great photo of the both of you too! Love you both Papa!

    • michelle says

      February 3, 2015 at 1:41 pm

      Thanks Papa. I will show Gia your comment 🙂 We all miss you so much.

  4. Che Tan says

    February 3, 2015 at 12:57 pm

    awww thats so sweet

  5. neva | manilamommy says

    February 3, 2015 at 2:48 pm

    awww i love this. its so good to see the love between siblings. it’s such a special bond.

    • michelle says

      February 4, 2015 at 11:13 pm

      It truly is. Seeing the kids together (when they are getting along) just makes me all warm inside. I know you have the same moments with David and Noah. It’s when we feel our cup overflows…Our siblings are our longest relationships we will have in our lives.

  6. Hermelina Ressa says

    February 3, 2015 at 3:35 pm

    They love one another because you have shown them caring, attentiveness to all their needs; you are always there for them. Children follow the footsteps of how they were raised! You are a great person, daughter, wife and mother! You and Nino have raised them well! Love you and all my grandchildren! More power to you! Gia I am so very proud of you!

    • michelle says

      February 4, 2015 at 11:12 pm

      Thanks Mom. You are too kind with your words. If what you say is true…then it’s also all because of you. You taught me. I teach them. LOVE YOU.

  7. ellie says

    February 11, 2015 at 12:15 am

    Hermie always says what is the right thing to living a great life, and she started it all.God bless our family.

    • michelle says

      February 11, 2015 at 7:08 am

      Aw!!! Thanks Aunt Ellie for stopping by! I’m so glad you took the time to read Gia’s poem. AND you are right…Mom started it all by showing us love and care in her own ways. She is a shining example of a mother who has done so much for all of her children.

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