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Dear Ava,

Posted on November 2, 2025 by learninggodsway

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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Happy Birthday, Alayla

Posted on November 2, 2025 by learninggodsway

Dear Alayla, What a special birthday you celebrated this year. You are now teenager – a big 13 years old. The years are flying by so quickly. You have blossomed into a beautiful young lady both inside and out. You … Continue reading →

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Happy 9th Birthday, Abel

Posted on September 28, 2024 by learninggodsway

Dear Abel, It is hard to believe that you are already nine years old. The years are going by too fast for my liking, but I enjoy watching you change and grow every year. You have overcame so much the … Continue reading →

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Happy 7th B-Day, Azariah

Posted on May 20, 2024 by learninggodsway

Dear Azariah Jackson, Happy Birthday, Buddy! The last year with you was amazing. After five years, we were finally able to rest in the fact that you will be with our family forever. Those five years of waiting taught us … Continue reading →

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Happy 14th Abby

Posted on May 13, 2024 by learninggodsway

Dear Abby, Lately, as I have scrolled through pictures and videos from years gone by, I have been in awe at how you have recently flourished into a young lady. It seems that you have grown up over night not … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Ava

Posted on March 10, 2024 by learninggodsway

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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Happy 12th Birthday, Alayla!

Posted on January 16, 2024 by learninggodsway

Dear Alayla, Your 11th year was full of unexpected challenges. Sudden severe headaches that were present day and night began a journey that we were not expecting. After a few weeks with no relief, we knew it was time to … Continue reading →

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Happy 8th Birthday!

Posted on December 5, 2023 by learninggodsway

Dear Abel, This year was no different than most of the rest because once again, we celebrated your birthday at Bald Head Island. That has became a tradition each September. I definitely think it’s one we need to continue. I … Continue reading →

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Happy 13th Birthday, Abby!

Posted on May 17, 2023 by learninggodsway

Dear Abby, I love how you have grown up so much over the last year. You are now a teenager, and you have become so mature. You picked up a new sport in the fall, and you continued to play … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Azariah

Posted on April 20, 2023 by learninggodsway

Dear Azariah Jackson, You celebrated your 6th birthday almost two months ago! I cannot believe you are already 6 years old. We have accomplished so much over the few months. You are finally adopted and have a brand new name! … Continue reading →

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