One of the last blog posts, also featured our daughter. It was not on purpose, its just the way the important dates happen!
Renee and I got to celebrate her first birthday with her, while we were in Ethiopia for our court hearing. We are honored that we got to do that, because in adoption its rare that you get to celebrate every birthday with your child!
Alyia, you are the most amazing girl in the whole world. You are funny, cute, stubborn, silly, sensitive, brave, willing to stick up for yourself. You know what you want, and will go after it. You are one of the best things that has ever happened to your Mommy and I-and your brothers as well even if they dont admit it- and we love you more than you will ever know.
You have accomplished and experienced so much, here are just a few of them:
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| your first birthday candle, in Addis Ababa |
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| your first birthday "cake" also in Addis Ababa |
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| The day we became a family |
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| you were dedicated |
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| discovered how much you love the iPad |
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| you discovered water.... |
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| you saw the White House |
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you met Grandma and Grandpa
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| you met Oma and Aunt Dora |
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| spent time at the beach |
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| discovered the fun at Yue Lu Shan |
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| you love baths |
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| got to visit country number 6 |
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| became your Daddy's Princess |
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| showed us just how much you are like your Mother |
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| you as a ballerina |
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| made friends and adjust to China |
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| you and your friends |
Your life has changed drastically in the past year, but you have handled it well, and done amazing. We are so proud of you, and can not wait to see where the future will take you! Happy 2nd Birthday!
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