A beloved patriarch
“Our birthdays are feathers in the broad wing of time.” — Jean Paul
The Ablaza family’s beloved patriarch, Zambia Consul Louie Ablaza, was recently fêted with a vintage-themed party. The celebration was also a trip down memory lane in celebration of his 81st birthday.
The family, led by Louie’s wife, Guatemala Consul Mellie Ablaza and their children, unveiled their private museum at Hacienda Amelia, their sprawling hideaway in Alfonso, Cavite. Dubbed their “happy place,” the imposing two-story edifice holds many of the family’s prized possessions and mementoes with rich and beautiful stories meant to be told and shared with people who became part of their lives.
(From left) Ambassadors Igor Khovaev of Russia, Gerardo Lozano Arredondo of Mexico, Rolando Guevara Alvarado of Panama and Aman Rashid of Pakistan. .
During the festivities, guests were treated to an exclusive viewing of Louie’s impressive collection of vintage cars, as well as a gastronomic indulgence for lunch.
It was truly an unforgettable celebration for a well-loved husband and father. Many happy returns, Louie!
Best Dressed Women of the Philippines Selection and Organizing Committee member and Uruguay Consul Marian Ong, Edwin Medalla and Ofelia Wadle.
GREETINGS
Happy birthday to our celebrators today, Bea Zobel Jr., Dr. Lyra Ruth Clemente-Chua, wellness expert Cory Quirino, tycoon John Gokongwei Jr., Jay Litton and handkerchief king Ramon Shing.
Advance birthday greetings to George Lopez, actor Aga Muhlach, Aug. 12; ABS-CBN chairman emeritus Gabby Lopez, Baby Araneta and Marilou Soriano, Aug. 13; former Bukidnon Rep. Joe Zubiri, Beaver Lopez, restaurateur Beng Dee, DPWH Secretary Mark Villar, designers Noli Hans and Auggie Cordero, Aug. 14; Asunta Bilbao, actress Pinky de Leon and EDSA Shangri-La, Manila’s Cristina del Carmen, Aug. 15; Rod Nepomuceno and Aurelio “Gigi” Montinola III, Aug. 16; Freddie Elizalde, Aug. 17.
Happy wedding anniversary to Ronnie and Mari Caballero, Aug. 15. May you have many, many more momentous years together.
So, how was your week?
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