Happy Birthday, Ella Grace!

Today marks our daughter's 4th birthday.  It's the 10th here, but is already February 11th in China.  We know that it is probably just another ordinary day for our girl.  It's a little bittersweet for us, as we would love to be hosting a big party in her honor, but that will have to wait for just a few more weeks!  Every day is bringing us closer to the moment when we finally get to hold her in our arms, and we are so excited!

Happy Birthday, Ella Grace!  Your family is eagerly anticipating the day that you finally come home!  You have some really awesome big brothers who are going to be your protectors, and a big sister who just can't wait for you to get here to share her room with!  Your mommy and daddy are counting down the days until we get to see your sweet smile for ourselves!  God has clearly led us down the path to bring you home, and we are forever grateful to Him for allowing us to be your parents!  Hope you are ready to experience the love of this crazy family! 

This picture was taken exactly one year ago, on Feb. 10, 2010.