70's Party

A bunch of old hippies crashed my birthday party.

A Day Of Thanksgiving

Today is my birthday and I complete 50 years of existence. If I may quote the great actor Anthony Hopkins from one of my favorite movies , "50 years. Don't they go by in a blink?" They say 50 is the new 40, which I take it to mean with modern medicine being what it is, our life expectancy is longer. But we all know there are no guarantees. I've said this before to a few close friends and family, that I could die right now and I would die a very happy man.

I was born into the most loving family anyone could ever ask for. From my wife and kids, my mom and pop, two great brothers, down to the best cousins, aunts and uncles, I have a great family. I hope I can leave as big of a legacy of love that has been handed down to me from Mama Con, Papa Gume, Mama Catalina and Papa Oro. By God's grace, I also had the privilege to be part of the greatest, loving culture in the world: the Puerto Rican/Hispanic culture. I wouldn't trade it for the world.

I live in a country where freedom, opportunity and prosperity abound. I live in exciting times and have seen much of the world through past employment.

Every night I get to sleep next to the love of my life, which God has blessed me with for over 32 years. That love and passion will never die. I have two children and a grandson who give me great joy and I love unconditionally.

I get paid for doing what I love. I've been given more material possessions and conveniences than I deserve.

I have the greatest group of friends. Not many but special, real people.

And best of all, I've been given the greatest gift of all: salvation through Christ, which ensures me eternity with my creator.

What more do I need? I am a blessed man.

They threw me a surprise birthday party tonight. Pictures tomorrow.

Happy Birthday, Ulyses Jr.

I think this picture says it. Junior is such a close part of my family; Correction: All of our families. This blog is just one of many examples of how he’s put the family at the forefront of his mind. He spearheaded the cousin’s reunion earlier this year. He also has a website with lots of cool pictures (http://family.ulysescardona.com/photos/index.html). I don’t know how old he is and I’m trying not to make a big deal of it because it’s such a monumental landmark. Really.

I was showing my mom the family bog the other day and on her refrigerator was a reminder that today was Junior’s birthday. She quickly ran upstairs to get me this picture because she wanted me to post something nice. I wanted to post something really embarrassing but I think Tony owns the best picture for that project but I don’t think he would DARE post it. (Make that Double DARE.)
Happy Birthday, Junito.

Tommy and Titi Patria

Separated at Birth (Part 2)

Separated at Birth (Part 1)

Merry Christmas From Eric & Kim

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM ERIC & KIM

This year for the first time, we are without our precious children.

Jess, Eric, and Ryan are all in PA. We miss them very much.

Jess is a freshman in Univ. of South Florida.

(She is majoring in Nursing)

Eric is a junior at East Ridge High School.

(already practicing, @6am, for the Senior Football Team)

Ryan is an Eighth grader at Pennbrook Middle School.

(A 5-position football player, he will be transferring to East Ridge High School this summer)

Feliz Navidad from Thomas Rolón

December 24, 2006

When I asked my son Tommy to remind me of the highlights of the past year, he was quick to mention our third annual Father/Son weekend with his uncles Ron, Jimmy, Tony & Carlos and the sons/cousins. Family picnics, birthdays, weddings, vacations and graduations were all times we will keep with us for many, many years.
As a family we continue to remain active in the local church for weekly activities, annual holiday productions and other special events.
As Tio Liche used to say after tucking his sons into bed, “Esto es la Vida (This is the Life)”. As I continue towards eternity, I’m learning that all that’s important in life cannot be measured by dollars and sense. All that’s important is family, faith and freedom. All priceless because they’ve been granted to us at a great price.

And to quote Tio Liche again, “Sachichon”.

Tom, Annette, Marie, Christina & Tommy

Merry Christmas form the Cardonas... II

Merry Christmas from Florida!

Family continues to grow. Angela is having a baby and Jennifer get married in February.

Merry Christmas from the Cardonas

Too much egg nog...

Merry Christmas From Above

Finally

After crap like this, this and this poor excuse for a movie, we finally saw a few good ones.

The Departed was really well done (guy movie).

And Will Smith did a good job in The Pursuit of Happyness

Check 'em out.

Winter 2006 PA TRip

Maureen, Jennifer and I went to PA last week. We saw Grandmom while there. She is doing pretty good... for being 92!

We went to NY and walked Times Square... While there...

I asked Maureen to stand next to this Van which was at a mall. No, not a Christmas gift!

MAureen, Jennifer and I went to

Blogger Update

Blogger has been updated so to those of you who are authors make sure after you sign in to update to the new version. You'll have to create a Google id and password (I think they were bought out) but it will then allow you to post.

Also, every time someone leaves a comment it immediately emails my phone. I can forward those updates to who ever is interested. Let me know.

And the family continues to grow!

This is the first picture of Angela and Jonas' new baby.... Yes, that is right... Angela is pregnant! She is 10 1/2 weeks and due July 6th.

Food for Thought

"Christian" or Follower of Christ?

Dave's 2006 Christmas

Dave coming home after going to the Post Office...

Merry Christmas To All

I got a new Christmas outfit. Thought you might like to see it.

It make take a while to load. Be patient. Go here

Happy Birthday JIMBO!!!

Happy Birthday to my (slightly) older brother, Gilberto Rolon, Jr.

Father, brother, cousin, husband, uncle, friend, son, the best man at many weddings, the presiding minister at others, world traveler, provider to the less fortunate, host with the most . . . the list is truly endless.

Please take this time to add your well wishes as I’m getting too choked up to continue.

They Walk Among Us

Good Monday morning. Be careful out there... they walk among us.

Some guy bought a new fridge for his house. To get rid of his old fridge, he put it in his front yard and hung a sign on it saying: "Free to good home. You want it, you take it." For three days the fridge sat there without even one person looking twice at it. He eventually decided that people were too un-trusting of this deal. It looked to good to be true, so he changed the sign to read: "Fridge for sale $50." The next day someone stole it.
Caution... They Walk Among Us
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­My colleague and I were eating our lunch in our cafeteria, when we overheard one of the administrative assistants talking about the sunburn she got on her weekend drive to the shore. She drove down in a convertible, but "didn't think she'd get sunburned because the car was moving". ­
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­My friends and I were on a beer run and noticed that the cases were discounted 10%. Since it was a big party, we bought 2 cases. The cashier multiplied 2 times 10% and gave us a 20% discount....
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­I couldn't find my luggage at the airport baggage area. So I went to the lost luggage office and told the woman there that my bags never showed up. She smiled and told me not to worry because she was a trained professional and I was in good hands. "Now," she asked me, "has your plane arrived yet?"
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­While working at a pizza parlor I observed a man ordering a small pizza to go. He appeared to be alone and the cook asked him if he would like it cut into 4 pieces or 6. He thought about it for some time before responding. "Just cut it into 4 pieces; I don't think I'm hungry enough to eat 6 pieces.

Yes, They Walk Among Us... be afraid... very afraid­

Merry Christmas from Ron, Roxane y familia

I guess since it was my idea that I would start off the Christmas Blog Posting.

Our family continues to be blessed with good health and great family love. Roxane & I celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary by taking a trip to Tuscany, Italy this year. I am still working for Bucks County Schools providing prevention programs in the area of alcohol, tobacco, drugs and violence. I am also still employed at the hospital as a respiratory therapist on weekends. Roxane still works as a secretary at Merck.

Tito still lives in Harrisburg. He took a break from his education and plans to begin again in January. He has a steady girlfriend, Laura who we have all embraced very quickly.

Rosie graduates from Temple University this month with her bachelor’s degree in Business & marketing. Her fiancé, Polito graduates with a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. They are of course is planning there wedding scheduled for June 30, 2007. They are planning on moving to the Long Island, New York area after they get married. I hate the thought of my baby living so far away but I know it could be much worse. I’m just happy that she found her life partner in Polito. He has quickly become part of our family. Polito begins the police academy in New York in January.

I hope all my family has a wonderful holiday season surrounded by loved ones. I encourage everyone to teach their children the importance of family.

God Bless you all.

Love,

Ron, Roxane, Rosie & Tito

Happy Birthday Pop

Yesterday, Nov 28 was Pop's birthday. Happy Birthday to Pop. God has truly blessed us with this man. He is a pillar to our family. Today, we always hear talk about role models. How sportstars are looked up to as role models. My role model, my superhero has always been Pop. Pop always speaks really loud with his silence. Happy Birthday, Pop. Love you very mucho, Chicky ..........By the way, look for a similar posting on Friday. It will be Mom's birthday.

Nice Day for a Ride

75 and sunny.

Daddy's Little Girls

Most of us got together at Chati & Diane’s house for Thanksgiving today. They opened up their beautiful home for all of us to eat, laugh, watch football, play dominos and have some great family time. It was good to see Janelle (who is living away at college in Cincinnati) and Tito and his girlfriend Laura (who live in Harrisburg).

The pictures taken at Chati's house are of: Tony & his daughter, Lisette; Carlos & his daughter Nikki, Chati & his daughter Janelle and Ron & Rosie.

'Twas the night before Thanksgiving

Happy Birthday Laurie

My blue-eyed angel's birthday was today. I'm not allowed to tell you how old but she's lookin' good as ever. Happy birthday my little rag-doll (pet name).

Not in line for the next space shuttle captain.

Possible future NFL player.

On Wednesday, I went to Pa. to see Ryan play his last football game for Pennbrook this year. Seeing him play just does my heart so good. He is a naturally talented young man. He plays five positions (Defensive end, Corner, Tight end, Fullback, and Wide Receiver) His goal is to play for the Forida Gators and wear number 25. I am so proud of my boys.
I filmed most of the game with my video camera. Towards the end of the game, put my camera down and they hand him the ball (fullback) and he rushes for 15 yards. Man, I got upset. So, I pick up my camera and I isolate the camera on him. Don't you know, they hand off the ball to him again and he runs for a 54 yard touchdown run..... UNBELIEVEABLE !!!! WHAT A MOMENT CAUGHT ON FILM. Click on the link below to see the 54 yard run.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZ4cwQN5f-Q

Five Generations

Happy Birthday Lisa

I tried to post this last week but the blog was locking up on me.
Last week we celebrated Lisa's 27th birthday. We all went out to Kobe's Japanese House.
I guess we're all getting old.

Rams Win State Again

On Saturday the girls at Orangewood, where I work and where Lisa and Adam attended, won the State Volleyball championships again for the second year in a row. Lisa played for the team when she was in High School.

My Baby's 22!!

Yeap, Rosi turns 22 on November 12th.

Happy Birthday, Boo.

Papi te quiere mucho!