Annie's First Birthday Party

Annie's birthday party was a huge success. The park shelter was packed full. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves.





We had a balloon race, a hot potato game, and a three-legged race.











The magic show was the big hit. Even strangers from the park stood and watched. I am amazed at how skilled my Dad has become! He used to do little magic tricks for Sabrina and I when we were little, and we would make fun of him. Now I am truly amazed: how did all those coins drop out of thin air?





It was also amazing to see Dad (Joel's Dad) there--only two weeks after open-heart surgury. He was walking and carrying his own chair! So many people were praying for him.

















Rachel, one of my art class students, was the lucky magic show volunteer that got to keep the bunny.




Special thanks to my friend Wormie for these great photos!