Happy 7th Birthday, Joya!

Oh Joya.

You're seven! Seven is such a grown up age. You are definitely testing out your independence. You aren't afraid to try new things. I love your courage! You are doing so well in school (as long as you keep the chatting to a minimum.) It's fun to watch you learn and grow.

We pray that you are filled with wisdom as you face each day. We pray that you will choose what is right, and be bold to stand up for what is right too. We pray that you will be humble enough to seek counsel in all things. We pray that you will always be secure in how much we love you and want the best for you.

We love you so much, from the top of your head to the bottom of your feet!

Happy Birthday!

Love,
Mom, Dad, Alaina & Bria

Joya - Age 7

Favorite Color - Yellow

Favorite Toy - My big, fluffy unicorn

Favorite Fruit – Peach

Favorite TV Show – Tom and Jerry

Favorite Thing to Eat For Lunch - PB&J

Favorite Outfit – Nacho Average Girl shirt/Emoji Skirt

Favorite Game - Five Second Rule Jr.

Favorite Snack – Gummy Bears

Favorite Animal - Kitten

Favorite Song – Light Shine Bright by Toby Mac

Favorite Book – Green Eggs and Ham

Best Friend – Luna and Addie

Favorite Cereal - Frosted Flakes

Favorite Thing to Do Outside - Go in the tree hideout

Favorite Drink - Fanta

Favorite Holiday - My birthday

Favorite Bed Buddy - Hippo

Favorite Thing to Eat for Breakfast - Peanut Butter Chocolate Smoothie

What do you want for your birthday dinner? Chicken Caeser Salad

What do you want to be when you grow up? An artist and a famous singer

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Happy 9th Birthday, Alaina!

Alaina,

You're growing up.

Exhibit A - You didn't have to stand on a chair for your birthday picture next to the chalkboard.

Exhibit B - I don't have to bend over to hug you anymore.

Exhibit C - You chose Pops for your birthday breakfast cereal instead of Lucky Charms.

You are such a great nine-year-old. You are capable and independent and fun. I love how friendly you are to other kids. I love how you make sure to pay special attention to Bria. (I know that's because if you don't she'll bug the snot out of you, but whatever.) It's amazing to watch you make your own choices and handle your responsibilities your own way.

I pray that you will always feel secure in who God made you to be, so that you can concentrate on serving others. I pray that your love for music will grow and that you'll choose to nurture that gift through piano and the kids worship team. I pray that you will learn the benefits of spiritual discipline so that your relationship with God will deepen each year.

I love being your mom, and we love being your family.

Happy Birthday!

Love,
Mom, Dad, Joya & Bria

Alaina - Age 9

Favorite Color - Blue

Favorite Toy - Asher

Favorite Fruit – Dried Mango

Favorite TV Show – Ben 10

Favorite Thing to Eat For Lunch -Ramen

Favorite Outfit – I ❤ Dogs with shorts

Favorite Game - Soccer

Favorite Snack – Flaming Hot Cheetos

Favorite Animal - Caterpillar

Favorite Song – Move by Toby Mac

Favorite Book – Captain Underpants

Best Friend – Avery Brooke Gillett

Favorite Cereal - Pops

Favorite Thing to Do Outside - Soccer

Favorite Drink- Mountain Dew

Favorite Holiday - My birthday

Favorite Bed Buddy - Patches

Favorite Thing to Eat for Breakfast - Cheerios

What do you want for your birthday dinner? Freddie’s

What do you want to be when you grow up? An artist

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Happy 4th Birthday Bria!

Happy Birthday, Bria! You are an amazing little girl. You are funny and kind, quick to apologize and quick to forgive. I've had such fun hanging out with you while your sisters are in school! You are pretty good at being patient when you have to do things like wait for your sisters to get out of school, or wait for Alaina to get done with piano lessons. You love riding your scooter and swinging on swings. You definitely live your life for fun! And you are a good helper. I love hearing you say the Bible verses that you learn at church. Watching you grow up is so fun!

I pray that the Lord keeps you safe, and helps you to grow in wisdom. I pray that you will learn to love Jesus at an early age. I pray that you will hate sin and get caught when you're guilty. I pray that you will always stay tender to the feelings of others.

We just love you so much!

Love,
Mommy, Daddy, Alaina and Joya


Alaina's Birthday Poem for Bria:

Happy Birthday Bria!
You're already turning four.
Happy Birthday Bria!
Please don't grow anymore.

Happy Birthday Bria!
This is a special, special day!
Happy Birthday Bria!
I'm glad it isn't May!

Please enjoy this card.
It's very special, you see.
I spent a lot of time making it,
And you are special to me.

I love you so
And yes you know,
I love you to the moon and back
I think of you as a big fun pack.

Love, Alaina

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