Yesterday, one of my nieces turned 15. Valentina is actually my grand niece since she is my eldest nephew's daughter.
One of the greatest things that have happened to us since we moved to Caracas has been to be able to share with my nephew's wonderful family. Valentina is a great girl, super smart and responsible and I have been teaching her English in any free time she has from school.
Unlike most girls these days, she did not demand a grand Quinceañera Party.
She was ok with a dinner of her choice with a few close cuesta (mostly family).
My nephew and his wife, after some last-minute cancelations, got a reservation at this place in Colinas de Bello Monte.
I had an online work meeting from 4:30 to 6:30, so I had to stay connected via my phone while we were driving to the restaurant. I was able to be and participante in my meeting and then share with family without much to worry.
@manujune and her mom had worked the night before on a frame that they gave Tina as a birthday present (along with a gorgeous top @manujune knitted herself.
The environment at the restaurant was very friendly. There were other diners and they actually joined in in the cheering when the mariachis arrived. In Venezuela, it is customary to have a mariachi band for such a special birthday.
We also had the chance to dance the customary vals, although I must confess I was not my best this time. The good thing was that we were so happy and in such a friendly environment that the embarrassment did not last much.
The food and attention was five-starred. We stayed until almost midnight and then went back home.
I am very happy I had the chance to shared this moment with my nephew's family. They have done a great job raising their girl and she deserved all the special attention she got!
Such a lovely young lady! It's nice you were able to help her celebrate her birthday.
Yes, she is. She is unusually (for kids her age) independent and attentive. They say she is like an old lady in a young body regarding her views, sense of duty, and humor.
Thanks for stopping by.
Happy belated birthday to Valentina!Sounds like a wonderful and intimate celebration.Glad you could be a part of it.
It was. It had been a while since I last went out to a place like this in partying mood and I am glad I decided to go. It was a must-needed break and bond-buildind occasionThanks, @atemuz24
So glad you had a great time!It's always good to let loose and have some fun.
I first learnt about quinceanera when I was in Utah last year and saw a girl in a beautiful gown taking photos. The locals told me about the latino tradition and how for some people it can be an even more lavish function than their wedding.
It's lovely that Tina can spend the special occasion with her close family, and hope she has a wonderful life ahead of her
Thanks for your good wishes.
You're right. Quinceañera parties can be quite an event. Every year somebody comes up with new ideas to make families spend even more money. I admire those girls who could not care less about that kind of social pressure.
waw! this is great fun viewing from here. this fun is contagious. I am also loving the food. it sure looks delicious.
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Thanks it was fun and the food was just perfect. Usually, in traditional quinceañera parties people have a Lot of pressure about what to wear, what to gift the quinceañera, etc. Having a less lavish family reunion among close friends is such a relief
Happy birthday to your niece, a lovely lady, you're such a good uncle to her you seek time to celebrate her birthday, wish her day filled with love and joy.
Thanks You very much, @toniagurl27
Your welcome
Feliz cumple para ella. Esa es la edad más hermosa de la vida. Que la disfrute mucho
Gracias!
Happy birthday to your niece. Hope you enjoy the celebration. This day is very important. Have a nice day.
Thanks, @itsmejeffry