Rashelle is 3

Rashelle stood next to our bed at 5:00- 'Mommy, it's my birthday'. Great! Maybe, next year we're going to keep it a secret. We did force her to lay down until a more decent hour, before opening all her presents.

Yes, we did support the Chinese economy again, but it is in a honest attempt to get her to enjoy combing her hair.The really nice thing was that my dad just visited us, and brought gifts from the family, thanks everyone!

After breakfast, Carl went to fetch her best friend. They really play together like sisters, only one speaks Afrikaans and the other english. Though they truly seem to understand one another.

When Tim woke up, we went to a indoor playarea. It's nicer to play inside than outside because of the heat. Only the electricity was off, so no fans. Dad had a real workout.

As you can see, mr I'm afraid of nothing was there too.

When we took Bianca back to Goeie Hoop, we ate some cake with the rest of the children.

Then home to some good old fries and vienna's, on request.

And then it was finished. I honestly think Rashelle was relieved when it was all over. Now we can get back to the business of being three (who thought out terrible two's? Three's are much more work!).

But from mom and dad: You're a big girl now. May you lay your hand in God's, and may He lead you into this new year. May you grow in every way possible, and still hold on to your innocence and faith. We love you, and we are proud of you, Rashelle!