Daphné turns 11!

January 9th, 2015, Tonio and I became parents to the most incredible little person, Daphné Christiane. She has been a joy ever since. We love every opportunity to celebrate the life God has given her. We love you Daphodil!!!

You are compassionate with strong convictions. You have an incredible eye for beauty and gift to create beautiful things. Music and rhythm run deep in your blood and bones - we love listening to you sing and watching you dance. You can be so goofy and so empathetic. You are made in God’s image, beautiful and perfect. It’s an honor to be your mama. I love you!

Birthday breakfast donuts before school.

After school, waiting patiently to open her gifts.

Cards from my Auntie Camille and my cousin Tricia.

Goodies from Tata Cricri, Mamie Nancy and Papi Pierre.

Family photo next to the pile of opened gifts.

The next morning festivities. Birthdays are not just days at our home, but birthweeks.

Getting ready for her friends to come over.

Her theme was books, so you can see the birthday banner has the cutest little book designs.

Flags in the entry way - it’s a tradition.

Joyeux anniversaire! This is a fun way for you to have a glimpse into our home too.

Daphné showing her friends what she is learning in guitar lessons.

Heading into town with these 10 and 11 year-olds.

They thought this door was really pretty and wanted a picture in front of it. I love their appreciation for beauty.

Their “goody bag” was that they could each pick out a book at the bookstore. These girls all love reading, and Daphné had the idea with the bookstore. So creative! Reading on the tram ride home.

It took a while to figure out what she wanted to do for her party, but it came together beautifully in the end. Daphné was blessed and had a blast! That’s what matters most.

Thank you Jesus for entrusting us with her life. She is a gift that we treasure!

Love Mama (Linz)

Vingt joies de Janvier

Church kitchen remodel