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Because of the unforeseen circumstance that is COVID, we celebrated our Tatay's (grandfather) 90th birthday virtually, in our respective homes.

Before the pandemic broke out, we would have meals together with everyone - from the family patriach to great grandchildren. Sometimes, Tatay would reminisce about his younger, fit days when he would go out fishing in the ocean at dawn.

I remember one time, over a meal, he would talk enthusiastically about all kinds of fish and creatures he saw and activities he did in the waters.

A recent, and probably the funniest, incident I enjoyed most was when he watched a fishing video on YouTube. Whenever he saw the fishermen catch a big fish, he would go about saying how he captured a bigger one! Also, when he saw familiar fish species, he would talk about how appetizing it is or what flavorful dish he can come up with it.

One of my favorite things to do is hearing an old story, and yes, I am smiling as I think and recall these moments. How about hue?