I reminded Jaclyn that we weren't going to have a b.day party for her (I'm actually throwing her a surprise b.day party) but that we would save the money and go on a trip. She told me that she wanted both a party and a trip. "No, just a trip this year", I said. She replied, "But what are we going to do on the trip? I have been to Vancouver, Whistler, Disneyland...There is nothing left for me to do. I have done everything."
Later on in the week, she asks me again for a b.day party especially having attended many of her friends' parties (March is a crazy b.day month). "No, not this year", I said. "Well, then, can I have a party for my 8th b.day?"
Oh, is she ever going to be surprised to see her friends at the bowling alley on Wednesday!
About Me
- DD
- I was born & raised in Vancouver, BC but now live in suburban Kirkland, WA. I love adventure although I seem to be more cautious since having kids. Scuba diving, sky diving, two safaris in Africa, backpacking Europe, soul-searching in Israel, and the list goes on, have all been in my distant past. Now, my life is about family and raising my kids to love God, love people and serve the world. I have got one talented husband, one angel child, one spirited child, and a large, supportive extended family. Life is good.
Don't forget that Jaclyn can read.
ReplyDeleteIf she reads this blog then it will not be a surprise.
I wish I could be there for her party.
Please tell her I am thinking about her and wish her a happy birthday with all my love and best wishes.
Uncle