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Gavin's 5th Birthday
























Celebrated with popsicles at school!













Our puppy, Ollie, was delivered to us on March 23rd while at Gavin's 5th birthday party. He is an Australian Labradoodle and the sweetest little snuggle dog we have ever met. We love him so!

It seems crazy to think that a little over 5 years ago Gavin was born. Where in the world did time go? Mom and Dad are very sad to see this amazing little boy growing up so fast. He is so young and has been to so many cool places. I can't wait to see the young man he will become. This is his first year of living in the USA. Already he has learned to swim, he has so many new friends, he can count, he can say his ABC's, and now he is learning to read?! It is crazy, it seems like only yesterday he learned how to crawl. This year, he will be going to Kindergarten. He is super excited and we can't wait to see him learn so many new concepts and bring them home to share with us. I'm so happy that this smart, kind, funny, strong, and speedy young man has entered our lives. I love you so much Gavin, that words can't describe.

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