But when you live in a country other than America, the 4th of July is just another day on the calendar. After 12 years I'm used to it. But this year I got a special treat for my birthday - I got to go to Holland to see some special people!
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| I did find a bit of 4th of July patriotism at the airport |
Jason had just turned 2 months on the 3rd. It was amazing to see how much he'd grown and changed. He is such a love, always smiling and cooing. He's a real snuggly, cuddly baby too, and this Nana couldn't get enough of him.
Of course I had to share him with Grandpa too.
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Yes, Grandpa was talking to him about guitars! |
We had such a great time with Carly, Desmond and Jason. Carly made me an awesome birthday cake, we hit the sales and scored - (Yay for great deals and shopping with my own personal shopper!)
and we just had such a great time being with them - they're awesome!
It was fun to reminisce about Keith's birthday last year. That's the day we found out that Carly was pregnant! They told Keith in classic style, giving him a gift wrapped baby book and letting him figure it out.
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| It's hard to believe that was almost a year ago already! |
We had another reason for being in Holland. Keith was asked to preach a marriage retreat in Amersfoort. It was such a fun time. I love those things, the atmosphere is always so great, and I'm a big fan of anything that strengthens and supports marriages!
It was such a treat to be able to spend my birthday with family and to be able to see everyone in Amersfoort. (Thanks Marlies and Martin!)
We were so lucky to get to spend some time with you guys! So much fun! and I love the pictures you posted! xo Carly
ReplyDeleteHi Kerri (stand-inn mom)
ReplyDeleteNow I know when it's your birthday.. Since part of our family lives in America, we can't forget the 4th of July. It's a little late, but happy birthday :*
Greets
Astrid (we had sooo much fun in Lithunia, sleep walking and eating at your place ;) )