Well its that time of year again. The time when you are on my mind constantly. The time of year that I wonder are you thinking about him, are you wondering what and how he is doing, the time I wonder if you miss him as much as I do when he's gone from me for simply a night or 2?
Today our boy turns 11!! It seems like it was only yesterday that we arrived in Ethiopia to meet a shy, quiet 5 year old and then in the blink of an eye he's 11 and getting ready for 5th grade!
I want you to know he is great - he is thriving at school, loves his brother and his family with all his heart, knows and loves Jesus. He still thinks yellow is the best color in the world. His sign language has come a long way as he grows with Tewdros. He spent this past year with trips to Wisconsin, Alabama, Louisiana, Georgia, and Mexico. He continues to play futbol and basketball and his golf game is quite impressive!! He has become an amazing foster brother as he will tell you that it is our job to stand in the gap and love those when they need it most.
His heart and compassion for others lead him to extraordinary opportunities. But most of all he is LOVED and LOVES so many. So thank you - thank you for knowing the worth of his life when you made that decision all those years ago. And know that we talk about you often.
A few photos to recap his 10th year!
Happy Happy Birthday Tariku James - you are and always will be our greatest love
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