Allison's Baptism

Daddy and Allison get ready







Alli being a light unto the world!


Well last summer Alli gave her heart to Jesus, but was scared to be baptized. She was afraid of all those people looking at her. (does that sound like her mom or what) But on March 29th she made the brave decision to stand and be obedient to God and be baptized. We are so proud of her and her commitment to Christ. I love watching her grow and understand new biblical concepts. She is always asking questions and her mind soaking in everything. It is awesome now that she can read watching her in her bedroom reading the Bible. What an awesome God we serve.

This day was extra special for her and her daddy because daddy was able to baptize her. How cool is that! Hope you enjoyed the pictures of her special day!

Happy Birthday! Caleb

Happy 3rd Birthday! Caleb Tariku







Caleb listening to mommy read his birthday cards



Caleb was so happy about getting this Ethiopian drum that we brought home with us. I tell you what, the boy has some good rhythm.

Caleb's reaction to getting his battery operated motorcycle from our friends. He is the most adorable, expressive boy, he made everyone laugh with his reaction. It's loud, it moves, it plays music, and it talks. What else do you need in a motorcycle.




Okay things are getting a little more serious.


Caleb telling his friends No! No! touch my presents. My little expressive cutie


What? Dad I don't see anything!


Wow! Is that a bike for me?


Let me down, so I can go and check that bike out!


Me and my bike



Watching my best buddy leave my party! It's so sad to see him go.



It was wonderful being able to celebrate Caleb's first birthday in America. We had a lot of people over to celebrate with us, they all supported us during the adoption process and are great friends and family. Thank you everyone for making this such a special day for Caleb and us!
During this day we thought a lot about Caleb's birth mom because he lived with her for the first two years of his life. What a hard time this day must have been for her, remembering the memories of him and the joy that he brought to her life. We have said many prayers for her that God would give her the peace and comfort that Caleb is in a good home and is loved very much. I thank her so often for bringing this wonderful child into the world, and thank God for allowing us to be his mommy and daddy.