c o l l e J A n n : o g e – r e t l a y m

Because of your presence I carry a precious name,
Making it possible for me to play life’s tricky game.
Although some pros and cons of having it came,
If not with this name today I should’ve been lame.

It had been eons since we’ve been together
Yet you still recognize us; even our fullnames you get to remember;
Aside from your good eyesight, you’re such a graceful dancer;
These things made me proud as your great granddaughter.

Even if some of the stories between us remain untold,
I know you’re the root of everything that had me mold.
Whatever reason God brought us in this world,
This instance made me realize that time is really gold.

Very ironic it is that only time can tell;
Peerless moments with you are jewels we could never sell.
Even now as we all bid you our last farewell,
Forever in our hearts you’ll dwell.

Farewell our dear GREAT GRANDMOTHER, Cristina "LOLANG BATANGAS" Cantos-Clarete. Delight yourself with the presence of the Lord. We'll miss you.