Happy 10 Years Old

This is both a birthday and an anniversary. Katie is 10 years old! We have had a big and fun birthday celebration. We waited until today to celebrate (Sunday) as her birthday was 19 July (Friday) because Daniel and Andrew have been away on a missions trip. The anniversary part is that it was also 5 years ago that we left for Ukraine on 19 July to adopt Katie and Emie. Katie has now lived half her life with us. We are thankful for her parents and very thankful that they have allowed us to adopt her. We are so thankful for Katie and for all the life, energy and joy that she brings. One of her favorite wake up sayings has been and continues to be "sunny day". With Katie, every day is a sunny day and her joy for life is a constant reminder of needing to look for the good. In case it wasn't obvious - this was a Scooby Doo themed day for Katie. One of her favorite cartoons to watch with her buddy Pepper is Scooby Doo. We love our Katie! and want to share some photos with you from her birthday party today.