Joost's 11th birthday party

I'm always lousy at remembering to take pictures at busy events--like my son's birthday party.  I only have one, but it's at our pool.  As you can tell from this picture (with my children's 16 cousins included) there is ALOT of energy involved.

Joost is a true blessing to us.  As we watch him grow, we are so happy to see his strides in academic success, strength of character, and godliness.  We pray that God will keep and protect him and cause him to grow in wisdom and favor with God and man as his years continue.  

We love you so much, Joost!