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Category Archives: Ava
Dear Ava,
Of course, I am just now getting around to writing your birthday letter. Eleven months late is better than never. Right? This year has been a busy one. But there’s no one else I’d rather make memories with than you. … Continue reading
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Tagged 11th birthday, adoption, birthday, family, foster care, horses, travel
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Happy Birthday, Ava
Dear Ava, Happy 10th birthday, Ava! It is hard to believe that you turned ten on Christmas day. Here I am once again playing catch up. Your sister’s birthday is only a few days away, so it is time to … Continue reading
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Tagged 10th birthday, adoption, birthday, Disney World, foster care, God is good
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Happy 9th Birthday!
Dear Ava, How are you already nine? The years are not slowing down like I have asked them to. You and your siblings keep getting older and older. It is not easy to watch the years pass by, but I’m … Continue reading
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Tagged 9th birthday, adoption, birthday, foster care
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Happy 7th Birthday, Ava!
Dear Ava, You are seven-years-old already!! Your birthday is so special because it’s on Christmas! Some people might not like a birthday on or near Christmas. But, you love it because you get to celebrate your birthday the same day … Continue reading
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Tagged 7th Birthday, adoption, foster care
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Happy 6th Birthday!
Dear Ava, I know! I know! It’s been two whole months since your birthday. Having a birthday on Christmas Day means your birthday letter was not only late this year, but it was also almost just as late last year. … Continue reading
Heaven Rejoices at the Value of One
In the midst of trials, tribulations, and really difficult times, God has a way of showing up. He has a way of showing all of us that He is in control. In the middle of the storm, He makes it … Continue reading
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Happy 5th Birthday to a Special Girl
Dear Special One, I am very sorry your birthday letter is so late. Having a birthday on one of the biggest holidays of the year presents its challenges – that’s for sure! I think it took all of us 2 … Continue reading