Man turns memories with his grandmother into timeless art

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you and Ryan Yamamoto for sharing our story and giving volume to my grandmother's voice. My family and I are so grateful. ❤

[@is_a_verb]

Thank you for sharing your love with us. There is nothing like a grandma. It must have meant so much to her that you not only cared for her, but gave a new purpose to her life.

[@lolaxkenneth]

@@is_a_verb You're right, there is nothing like a grandma. Thank you for your message. To be honest, my mom was the primary caregiver to my grandma, but I did my best to help as much as I could. I hope that painting offered her something to look forward to every day. I'm so thankful to her for these memories and this work we've done and do together. She gave me a purpose in a life.

[@ShirleyPotts-ud3nb]

Art is very special and powerful

[@debbiecooper1677]

there is not a day that I dont miss my grandmother. I named my only child after my grandma.

[@Honeybee1975..]

What he said is so true. Her memories, our memories, are stories of our past.

[@df6148]

When you arrive into this world you sometimes have no idea how long a Grandparent has been waiting for you. They ❤️ you deeply. This echoes on in your life, even when they are gone.

[@kcmartin5101]

💖

[@romonaelrod7870]

This is a beautiful story. I like the artwork.

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you so much. I'm trying my best to keep our work going.

[@carmelcerna8813]

⁠@@lolaxkennethI admire the special bond that you had with your Lola Crescenciana and the way you’re honoring her and keeping her memories alive through your art. I am sure she’s very proud of her talented apo.

[@jenniferesperanza4684]

Such a beautiful story. I was raised by my Lola, who also shared stories from WW2. Wonderful project, Kenneth! Keep our intergenerational alive!

[@lolaxkenneth]

That's beautiful and important that your Lola shared her stories with you. It's wonderful that we share that experience of growing up under a Lola's care. Thank you for your words of support for my project with my Lola.

[@kathysterndahl3134]

What a wonderful project!

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you, Kathy. I'm trying my best to keep it going, so that means a lot.

[@justmejenny7986]

What a beautiful way to honor his grandmother and keep a part of her alive. My grandmother was very special to me as well. I miss her everyday but so grateful for the memories she has left behind.

[@marion7661]

Such a lovely story, snd do much love shared between the two of them. Thank you for sharing with us❤

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you for hearing us, Marion.

[@marih3286]

What a beautiful connection. Family as it is meant to be...

[@starlightdreamer1999]

This is so wonderful. The love between you and your lola will live on . Beautiful story.💖

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you for saying the love lives on. I sincerely appreciate that. Thank you for hearing our story. 🙏

[@callofthewintermoon]

Beautiful story and heartwarming art. Thank you !

[@PharmTech_TN]

Awww so touching and heart warming ❤

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you 🙏

[@charlene6306]

Absolutely stunning! So beautiful

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you, Charlene.

[@AliceLee-rj2ew]

As long as you keep her in her heart. She's still there.

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you, Alice.

[@hapahaole9819]

I have never seen something to pretty and heartfelt in my life! Beautiful art! So much love and talent❤

[@c.t.murray3632]

This is a wonderful story of a healthy relationship between his grandmother and himself.. she gave him the best gift excellent memories and wonderful watercolors. Absolutely beautiful book. Made me cry thanks

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you so much, C.T. You're right, she shared so many memories with me, and they're gifts. Thank you for your kind words about the book and sharing your reaction to it. That means a lot.

[@c.t.murray3632]

@lolaxkenneth you are so welcome because it's been very inspiring for me as an artist in which direction to take my family history. And you did an excellent job illustrating. Good luck to you in the future.

[@pretzeltime3900]

The relationship between Kenneth and his Lola was so beautiful to watch. What an amazing grandson ❤

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you for watching our story. I'm trying my best to do right by her, so your comment means a lot.

[@Kudos268]

This is absolutely incredible! So unique, special, and meaningful! ♥️

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you for hearing our story ❤

[@matriarchfacilitator]

What a beautiful story of you and your Lola! Thank you so very much. I have so many memories of me and my grandparents spending time together watching sunsets. This reminds me that those times still matter, though they are no longer here in their body. ❤

[@lolaxkenneth]

Those sound like beautiful memories-you and your grandparents sharing and enjoying sunsets together. Thank you for sharing that. Those times absolutely matter. Thank you for hearing my grandmother and me.

[@buchi777_]

WE LOVE OUR LOLA'S!!

[@fredstah714]

Pure GENIUS. Thank you for sharing. WOW.

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you for hearing our story, Fred.

[@kleelee2670]

this is so beautiful .... what a tribute to your Lola. ❤🌟

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you so much.

[@FemiNelson-sb1em]

Omgosh, what a Blessing to have so much from his "Lola". Bless all concerned 🙏. "Sra Isa"

[@beatpirate8]

This is so beautiful . Im crying for your love of lola!

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you-I'm touched by your reaction to our story.

[@debbalinis]

What a beautiful way for them to connect through the love of art! ❤❤

[@rcaoili1]

Great job, Kenneth! Your Lola was so lucky to have you! I hope your story will inspire a lot of people to create memories with their grandparents. God bless 🙏🏼❤👏🏼

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you so much. My family and I are grateful to Ryan for how he shared our story. And I'm really grateful to my Lola for everything she did for us, and how I still feel her caring for me. Blessings to you as well.

[@RoslynNelson]

I'm so moved and so much 💕

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you, Roslyn ❤

[@GratitudeGriot]

Lola 🥰 so sweet and the collaborative artwork is beautiful l!!

[@JAMoore-zz3ki]

Wow. Tears. Thank you so much for sharing the beautiful story of Ryan and his grandmother Lola.

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you for hearing our story, J.A. I'm touched by your reaction.

[@rebeccajuarez2304]

Beautiful story, keep telling your story. ❤️

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you, Rebecca.

[@amytakiguchi4390]

What a beautiful record of his Lola's memories. That was such a great idea to blend her paintings with his drawings of her stories. You can tell how much she means to him. That was a labour of love 💜💜💜

[@lolaxkenneth]

Hi, Amy. Thank you. We would finish breakfast and then she would say, "Okay, let's do our work." And that meant she was ready to paint. So it means a lot that you said it was "a labour of love." Thank you for hearing our story.

[@soniatriana9091]

What a beautiful tribute & remembrance of his special grandmother & his fortunate ability to take the time to care for her & spend precious moments of her life recounting her memories!

[@rosariolobo2848]

What a beautiful story! It made my day to see the value of the family and the Philippine culture.

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you so much, Rosario.

[@rosariolobo2848]

@lolaxkenneth I hope you continue your channel and make more inspiring videos.

[@califiasrevenge]

talented man. ❤🙏🏾😊

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you, Sarah. I'm grateful I get to continue this work with my Lola.

[@pohanahawaii]

🖼 What a lovely story accompanied by beautifully illustrated art by both lola and her grandson! 🌺

[@CBD7069..]

I’ve been following the work and stories of Kenneth. So happy he is being featured

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you for supporting us all this time.

[@feliciasamoy3251]

❤❤❤ you made me remember my Lola, thank you.

[@lolaxkenneth]

Much love to your Lola and you, Felicia.

[@captureallen8632]

That's so beautiful!! I love it!!! 💞💗

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you! 🙏

[@tannaorr4133]

What a wonderful story!

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you for taking a moment to hear our story, Tanna 🙏

[@tannaorr4133]

@ by the way Kenneth, love the art

[@lolaxkenneth]

@@tannaorr4133 Thank you so much. That makes me feel very proud of Lola.

[@esterrios3998]

I think I love you, young man. Your Lola , I wish I had the chance to take care of mine. I really do!😢😢❤❤

[@daisydy5741]

Such a lovely tribute to a grandmother... Kenneth your Lola must be tremendously proud of you

[@lolaxkenneth]

I'm trying my best to do right by her, so that means a lot. Thank you very much 🙏

[@badclown08]

So touching and warm. I felt the presence of my loved grandmother’s while watching and hearing this story and… I’m also from San Jose 💜

[@cricketlovely8541]

Beautiful story ❤❤❤

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you ❤

[@ganalpon7043]

I cried and this is beautiful

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you for taking time to hear us, Gan.

[@stevesteve350]

What a beautiful story. I wish there was more of this in the news.

[@lolaxkenneth]

Hi, Steve. Thank you for taking time to hear our story.

[@arabest524]

That’s a heartwarming story. Thank you for sharing

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you for hearing our story.

[@kilaamos6070]

what a wonderful idea. so thankful.

[@mimic6408]

Incredibly beautiful 🌹

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you, Mimi 🙏

[@Njkk66-user93]

Absolutely beautiful, creative combined effort in your artwork…. the love that you have for your grandma is incredible… quitting your job to care and spend time with her.

[@tamtamtamd]

This is beautiful❤❤❤

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you ❤

[@ashm415]

Memories are forever .❤

[@karenapana8027]

So beautiful! ❤️

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you 🙏

[@MaluFelipe-f9g]

Beautiful

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you so much.

[@Moonybeeboo]

❤❤❤

[@lolaxkenneth]

❤

[@eri7-11]

sooooo amazing

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you.

[@krissmith9952]

💚💚💚

[@lolaxkenneth]

❤

[@Amtcboy]

Glad I finished the report. I was about to watch another.

[@trish2642]

wonderful

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you, Trish

[@tobytan7002]

Wow

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you, Toby.

[@wendystocklin9995]

One hundred thumbs up! 😊

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you, Wendy 🙂

[@idaliaponsvelez7512]

Where to find the book?

[@lolaxkenneth]

Hello, Idalia. The book is available at a few independent bookstores and also on my website. KZbin doesn't allow sharing links in comments, but if you search for the book by title, then it should show up. "Crescenciana: A Memoir in Words and Illustrations" by Crescenciana Tan and Kenneth Tan.

[@suzngyn]

@@lolaxkennethbeautiful work! What an inspired way to remember your grandmother ❤ thank you for sharing

[@suzngyn]

❤❤

[@lolaxkenneth]

Thank you

[@skullandbones1832]

❤🙏

[@UnHookLineAndRise]

🥹🥺🥲

[@nicoletted9098]

Where can you buy the book?

[@lolaxkenneth]

Hi, Nicolette! It means a lot that you'd like to buy our book. Thank you. KZbin doesn't allow links in comments, but you can find the book if you search for it by title, "Crescenciana by Crescenciana Tan and Kenneth Tan." It's available through my website and also at a few independent bookstores.

[@nicoletted9098]

@@lolaxkenneth awesome! Thank you! 🙏

[@PoweiOfficial-zf2gb]

@@lolaxkennethI wish I have something like this to remember my grandma. It just made me very emotional. I live in DC area, I will look for that bookstore. Thank you ❤❤

[@lolaxkenneth]

@@PoweiOfficial-zf2gb Much much love to your grandma. You must have built a special bond together for you to feel emotional, and that's beautiful. I hope to return to the DC area to do a book event next year. A store there called Lost City Books had copies of the book at one point, but I'm not sure if they're still in stock. I'll reach out to them. Thank you again.

[@PoweiOfficial-zf2gb]

@@lolaxkenneth My grandma was very special to me, thank you for responding 🙏🏽❤️

[@josephtube24]

🇵🇭

[@lolaxkenneth]

Maraming salamat po

[@lmc2375]

Nothing is gone. Death is only a transition - the soul can never die. You should do a story on Chris and his Grrandma that passed, also Philippino. She was a teacher. He was her caregiver for about 8 yrs. She had quite a lot of gratitude for him. He put it on YT and has a very large following. She passed away last Jan. I believe she was 96 when she departed as well.

[@DJ_Dutchess]

🎨🖌️🥹

[@lolaxkenneth]

❤ Thank you