I was away on a staff retreat yesterday and today, so I missed most of the day with Josie. But have no fear; Kim more than covered for me. She whisked all the kids away to a Birthday Breakfast at the Waffle Shop before school. What a way to start the day! I snuck in a phone call, strategically placed while Kim was transporting Josie from one middle school (where she takes ESL classes) to the other, so I got to wish her a happy birthday.
Then before I could make it home, Kim took Josie and Lilly to meet Boompa (Kim’s mom) in Altoona for some supper and shopping. They had a blast! Kim says that the van was totally rocking on the ride home…
It’s Josie’s first birthday in America, complete with cards and gifts from family and friends. I don’t know that she’s ever really been celebrated, so we have some catching up to do.
It still blows me away that we actually get to be Josie’s family. She is WONDERFUL! She has the most beautiful smile, and she’s always wearing it! She is the most joyful of all the Sublett children, and absolutely adores her brother and sisters. She’s a perfect fit with our family.
We’ve got an oficial party planned for Sunday night, and several of her friends are coming over to rejoice with us. I am amazed at the transformation we have seen in this beautiful young lady. What a picture of the grace of God showing up in un-looked for and unexpected places.
2 Comments
rj riesterer · May 19, 2011 at 11:05 am
That’s awesome Stac!
Malea · May 19, 2011 at 11:21 am
i hope it doesn’t weird her out since she doesn’t know me, but wish her happy birthday from me and give her a big hug!! muchoo amor to the birthday girl from guatemala!