Our little Andrew turned three today! When he woke up, we told him that it was his birthday and then presented him a very small gift. He smiled and looked on with much excitement. An hour later, I went and got him two balloons and he was absolutely thrilled. Another hour later, I gave him another small gift. He was even more excited. He even generously shared his gifts and balloons with the other ones, after the initial scrutiny.

I chose to get him several small toys, costing about $2 on average, through out the day. As I presented each gift, I told him “happy birthday” and hug and kiss him. He feels very very special, and this is exactly how I want him to feel. After dinner we all enjoyed a birthday pie together. He was so enthralled by the strawberry pie that he didn’t want to look up for a picture.

It has been a special three years with our Andrew. His gentle spirit and musical talents continue to woo and enthuse us. It is our utmost desire that the Lord will draw him near, at a young age, to a saving knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is to this end we parent and love him. Happy birthday, my dearest!