Joost, 8 years old

Today, our "little" Joost turned 8 years old.  My how he's grown--in so many ways.  We are so proud of who he is as a son, student, friend and follower of Christ.  We pray that God will hold him and keep him as he continues to grow physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. 

Here's a little flashback of the previous year...

July 2010--Joost boogie boarding, his favorite beach past time

September 2010--first day of school

December 2010--Joost spreading the happy news that he wouldn't be the only brother

December 2010--1st grade performance at the school Christmas program (he's on the top row, last one on the right)

December 2010--Christmas Sunday, dressed to the nines with his sisters

April 2011--Joost and his newborn brother, Henry

May 2011--Joost showing off the missing front tooth

June 2011--Joost and Henry at 9 weeks

July 2011 (today)--Joost's delight in receiving a Wii for his birthday

July 2011--Joost and his siblings

Happy Birthday, Joost! We love you so much!!!