The people who dazzle me the most are usually my family and friends, so this Dazzler of the Day honor, going out to my cousin Bobby, is especially fun to write. Today is his birthday, so this is a little gift to him, and he deserves it regardless of birthdate because he’s become our point person for all things going on in the Ilagan world. Whenever anything noteworthy happens in our family, Bobby is usually the one who knows the news and who helps us all stay connected. He’s an integral member of our immediate family as well, who has in many ways become our third brother (because cousin doesn’t fully convey his place in our home). Growing up in our home was an experience, not always the most fun or sunny, but Bobby helped us get through our toughest years, and when Dad got sick he was there when Mom needed him most. He’s raising his own family now, heading up his own table and leading his own way, and he’s still our family point person. Happy birthday, Cuz!
