Buon Compleanno Franco!!!

As an Italian living in Argentina for a long time now, I feel very proud of having met and being a close friend to Franco Macri, a true advocate of both my countries. Today he celebrates 80 glorious years. 

I've just returned from his birthday party, given by his family so he could celebrate with all his friends who, although different in age and origin, share the same love and respect towards him.

Franco arrived to Buenos Aires as many other immigrants alrmost 60 years ago. He first had construction companies and the rest, how he made his fortune and became one of the most important businessmen in Argentina, is publicly known. What many don't know for sure it's what behind his public persona, his father-to-five-children, women-lover character: his enormous generosity, sense of humor and solidarity to the needy. 

Looking as if he was 20 years less, tonight he celebrated a well-lived life, surrounded by his loved ones, many of who expressed their unconditional love towards him in a heartfelt video. He's ready to keep working, discovering new things, promoting connections with different cultures, such as the Chinese, which he recently discovered and is fascinated by it.

That might possible be the secret to his youthfulness: having always new projects and nice women to conquer.

Happy Birthday dear Franco!