………………….February 7, 1941- February 7, 2023………..Today is my BIG BROTHER’S 82nd BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!……….MAURO JAMES DELL’OLIO………..He was the first grandchild born on my father’s side of the family and the first born BOY….He was named after my Dad’s father [photo at lower left]….We lived in the same house as my grandparents until I was 3 and he was 11…and then we moved to Long Island……My brother was the apple of my grandfather’s eye …..They were very close…….When he was born he was a roly poly…….almost 10 lbs! Bald as a cue ball with blue eyes….Later they turned into the most amazing hazel color……There is an 8 year difference between us. When I was young that gap seemed enormous……but as the years went by and I got older……the gap got smaller and smaller. I speak to my brother every day……thank God for FACETIME!!!……..I love my brother with all of my heart…….HAPPY BIRTHDAY BRO…..and MANY MANY MORE TO COME!
What a handsome guy! Your grandparents must have been thrilled to have him growing up in their house. Enjoy your celebration together!