We all first met in Prep (Kindergarten to some) at Lourdes School which is an all boys school in the Philippines.

We had our first Communion together. From Cub Scouts to Boy Scouts. From weaning nights to camping in Forest Hills. It was an awesome time growing up with these guys.

Funny that we share stories of mischievousness, cheap thrills and of course the most attractive teachers we had (no malice intended).

I remember those days when I learned to go up the stairs behind the altar in Church to that place of solace where we could see the sacred stone from Lourdes and thank Mama Mary.

Though I really didn't finish high school at LSQC, some of these guys were like brothers to me. Fifty-years is too long of a wait but thanks to social media we all finally reconnected.

Gratitude. Bliss. Brotherhood. Pax et Bonum!