The maternal head of the Collazo family is no longer with us.
She was my Dad’s only sister;
The oldest, and the only girl of eleven children,
Trine grew up in a big family with all boys,
Their home was always filled with love and the best kind of happy noise.
I recall how Cousin Jesse and I used to joke about her special “UPI” reporter status;
Because she knew all the news going on with our large extended family.
All through the years, She always made me feel special, and I loved her.
I will smile a little bit tonight watching the bright evening star
For I will know that Tia Trine is not in pain anymore, and is dancing with her husband, Oscar.
Robert Collazo Jr., 12/26/10; Tia = Spanish word for Aunt
