The Bascons


Is there any Capuleño who doesn't know the Bascons? I guess none. It seems to me that they are the most popular balikbayans of our island.

And that's for a valid reason: these guys are great! Ask any one who've been to the US and they'll tell you just how accomodating and generous they are. And of course, when they're here, they too would always be the epitome of a perfect family. Kakainggit. :-)

After some prodding, I finally got these pics from Mana Dolor. And what do we have here? Don and Ryan are both married now. And Ryan’s got a kid already? Wow! Time must have really flown without me knowing. But why is it that Mano Ted did not seem to age? He he. And by the way, how about you Don? Wassup?

Mana Dolor, would you mind giving us updates on how things are doing with the family? Will be glad to post them here.

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