Since Ellie spent her first birthday in China without us :( , we decided to have her 1 1/2 party instead! My parents were here from Florida, our good friends from the neighborhood, and 3 of the families from our China travel group (the Damron's, Cryer's and Tyrell's) were able to come. It was wonderful to be able to share this with so many friends! Ellie obviously liked the icing best from her cake. She didn't want to touch it with her hands, so she went in face first! I gave her a spoon, but she still just wanted the icing! The picture of the girls on the couch was our remake of the red couch picture we took in China. Not quite as many kids, and not as many tears! Three of the four girls (including Ellie) are from the same orphanage. We'd like to think they remember each other on some level. We hope everyone can join us again in 6 months for her second birthday! :)
4 comments:
She's precious, Joan! Congratulations and Happy 1.5 birthdday!!
How sweet!!! I love all the pictures and happy birthday to one sweet little girl!!! Hope you all are enjoying your summer! Miss you!
Shay
Hi Joan and Randall ... What beautiful children!
So pleased for all of you! The Lord has blessed you, indeed!
Laura and David (Ron's daughter) are adopiting 2 girls (siblings) from Russia - age 2 & 10 months. They have 2 of thier own 3 & 18 months ... so they're in for fun times!!
Take care of those beautiful girls - Love, Deany
Ellie,
It was so good to see you and your family. We really enjoyed being able to celebrate your birthday with you. I hope we can get together again soon.
Love to you,
Emily Lu Grace
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