16 September 2010

Dear Sweetie:

We were blessed with you 10 years ago! Where has the time gone?

Last month Cousin Kristen was visiting with Uncle Steven. Daddy and I decided to have a Surprise 10th Birthday Party for her. Though it was a few weeks early, we wanted to have all the family and friends over to celebrate, considering she traveled over 2100 miles to come and visit. What a grand and fun time was had by all. We had 21 adults and 11 children to celebrate her birthday! Cousins Denny, Jared, Emma and Darren came to celebrate too! Just like we celebrate you today!

Daddy and I went back to visit the Turtle Farm this year! The last time we were there was with you. You were wearing your turtle outfit that day. It is now a real nice place to visit. A lot has changed on Grand Cayman since we visited last, but, this time, you were with us in spirit, as always!

Big Boy Moose is really feeling his age, Sweetie. You are old enough to know and understand, that he has lived a full life, which has been and continues to be filled with love. Moose still likes to visit with the neighbor children and still likes to go "in the truck," to visit Grandma Jaak or Grandma and Grandpa. Yet, he sleeps a lot and spends less time with us, compared to before. He's not interested in everything like he was previously, but, still enjoys his Frosty Paw!  We called Lily Dale to see if Moose would be accepted, but, they only allow residents. We continue to help Moose and make sure we help in his transition the best we can, with love and respect. Keep an eye out for him, as you may see him before he sees you, due to his cataracts.

Moose has missed you a lot and we are absolutely sure he will be pleasantly surprised to see you too!

We will go to your favorite restaurant today and celebrate you! As always and every day, we will toast you, and especially today being your birthday, we will clink our glasses and say, "Cheers," and you will toast right along with us. You always enjoyed, "Cheers!" 

We are truly blessed, Sweetie!

Love always, and forever and ever,

Mommy, Daddy, and Big Boy Moose

"We were able to give Olivia the moon and the stars; and, in return, Olivia gave us the sunshine and rainbows."

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