In-laws, Children and Daughters
Gratitude and Aqiqah

Berliana was devastated when her husband died. They had just been married for a few months and the baby was only five weeks old in the womb, so Kenzie did not have time to know his condition was pregnant.

A few months after the husband died in a car accident that occurred while he was away with his mother to come to the ponpes to meet him, Berliana felt lost and felt very deep sadness. She finds it difficult to think about a future without her husband and also feels afraid to take care of her baby alone.

However, his uncle and aunt Kenzie's side of the family gave him a lot of support and helped him from the beginning.

They are also taking care of the baby. They also provided enough shelter and food for Berliana and her baby. Meet the needs of Berliana and her newborn baby.

"Our tomorrow is a thanksgiving and aqiqah to Kenzo, huh? Everything is arranged by your. So you take it easy, Berliana."

Berliana glazed over to hear the words of her aunt, Aunt Hartanti, wife of om Burhan. They were both like parents to Berliana, no longer like in-laws.

"Hiks hiks hyks.thank you, aunt Tanti."

Thank you from Berliana, it makes Hartanti shakes her head several times.

"No need to thank or condone, Berliana. We're family, and Auntie's happy to help you and Kenzo. He's also Aunt's grandson, you know!"

Berliana nodded her head assiduously, still teary-eyed. He is grateful and moved by the attitude and actions of the Om Burhan family, after Kenzie passed away. He is no longer displaced and comes under pressure from Juwita, Kenzie's mother who dislikes him.

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After the baby Kenzo Zafran was born and cared for by Berliana, his uncle and aunt's family were delighted and happy with the birth of the baby. They feel that the birth of the baby is a gift and blessing from God. Therefore, they decided to hold a thanksgiving and aqiqah event for baby Kenzo.

The ceremony will be held at the family home of his uncle and aunt. Her uncle and aunt's family wanted to make the event as lively as possible to give Berliana spirit and happiness, even though her husband had passed away. They did not want to make Berliana feel excluded from their family for the reason of her husband's death.

"You sit down, watch Kenzo. Everything is arranged the same mas Burhan," Hartanti explained, when she saw Berliana want to move from her seat.

"Eh, Liana doesn't feel good Auntie. Cook does not help anything," replied Berliana.

But Hartanti shakes her head several times, asking Berliana to keep quiet to look after her son.

For this event, his uncle and aunt's family had prepared everything well. They had booked catering, rented a tent, and had also set up a stage to entertain the guests present. Various types of food and drinks are served, including local specialties as well as international dishes.

The event began in the morning with a study led by Abah Kyai Jalil, the same as several men and women who came.

As the ceremony and aqiqah baby Kenzo Zafran took place, the atmosphere became more lively with the presence of invited guests. His uncle and aunt's family were very happy because the event they held received a good reception from the invited guests, including Berliana who seemed happy to see her son appreciated by her family and friends.

Invitation guests come from various circles, ranging from close family, their family friends, neighbors, to business partners. All seemed enthusiastic to attend the thanksgiving and aqiqah baby Kenzo Zafran.

There were many moments of excitement that occurred during the event. One moment of excitement was when Berliana and Dylan showed their newborn child to the invited guests. Many guests were amazed to see the cute and adorable face of baby Kenzo.

As traditional and modern dances begin to be performed, the atmosphere gets more lively. Many guests joined the dance and showed their dancing skills. Berliana and Dylan also danced, although it was a little awkward because they were not used to dancing.

A lively conversation also took place between the invited guests. They exchange stories about the birth of Kenzo's baby and their experiences in caring for the baby. There are also guests who provide advice and tips in caring for babies that are useful for Berliana.

When the food was served, the guests seemed to enjoy the dish. They evaluate the taste of food and exchange recipes. There are also guests who offer assistance in making food for Berliana and baby Kenzo if needed.

Not only that, some invited guests also give gifts and gifts for Kenzo and Berliana's babies. Berliana looked very happy and moved by the gift. Some of the invited guests also provided moral support for Berliana and gave words of encouragement so that Berliana remained strong in the face of the difficult times she experienced.

His uncle and aunt's family also enlivened the event by performing regional songs that increasingly enliven the atmosphere. The guests seemed to enjoy their performance and sang the songs.

The joy and warmth in the thanksgiving and aqiqah baby Kenzo Zafran was very felt. Berliana and her uncle and aunt's family felt very happy and happy because the event managed to give spirit and happiness to them.

After the aqiqah and the haircut was completed, the family of his uncle and aunt invited guests to enjoy the dishes and drinks that had been served. The event continued with entertainment in the form of traditional and modern dances performed by local dancers. Guests are also invited to join the dance to create a more festive atmosphere.

"Congratulations, Berliana. Hopefully Kenzo Zafran can be a good and useful child for your life in the future."

"Aamiin..."

Everyone agreed to the prayer offered by Abah Kyai Jalil for Kenzo Zafran, when the event was over and he wanted to return to the boarding house.

After everything was done, his uncle and aunt's family also gave some gifts to Berliana and baby Kenzo.

These gifts include baby clothes, toiletries, toys, and cash. His uncle and aunt's family hoped that the gifts would help Berliana take care of Kenzo's baby and also provide moral support to Berliana in the face of her difficult times.

The thanksgiving and aqiqah baby event Kenzo Zafran was a success and festive. Her uncle and aunt's family managed to give her spirit and happiness to Berliana even though her husband had died. The show also shows that his uncle and aunt's family still regard Berliana as a legitimate family member and want to provide support and attention to him.