Happy 13th Birthday, Girls!

Well, it's official...

We have two TEENAGERS in the house!

They have grown into such lovely young ladies. 💕

And little brother couldn't help but want to be in the picture, too.😄

Our little angels.

Oh, how I miss those sweet toddler years with these two.

 It all just flew by so fast!

Opening gifts on the morning of their birthday.

Morgan and I tried to decorate a little.

Zach was impressed. 😂

We even managed to pull off some late night decor of their bedroom door.

(They were surprised in the morning!) 

Morgan took the day off and we went on a family hike.

This art exhibit (part of Desert X) was displayed at the base of our hike to the cross.

I can't get over how big Zach looks in the photo.

This was the first time he hiked up the cross on his own. Good job, buddy!
(Except for the time you ran and fell and cut yourself.) 😕 

Next, we celebrated with a scrumptious brunch at Wilma and Frieda's.

In the evening, we enjoyed a family picnic at our park.

And shared coconut cake with some neighbors.

It's hard to believe it but the girls are teenagers now!

I know it's cliché to say but it truly has flown by SO FAST.

Especially the last 5 years.

They are beautiful girls, inside and out. They inspire us with their bravery as well as their sweet compassion for others. I'm looking forward to what the next 5 years will bring!

One thing is for sure... I know it will go by in a flash.

Faith and Grace,

May the Lord keep you in the palm of His hand and may you never stop pursuing a real and intimate  relationship with Him. You were made to love Him, worship Him, and shine your light so others can see Him, too. We couldn't be more proud of you both.

Happy 13th birthday to two of our greatest blessings!

We are so honored to be your parents.