Au Revoir (french); Tot ziens (flemish); Sayonara and Aloha L.A! ______________________________


Hi everyone!

As most of you know, Ray has accepted a 2-year assignment with Toyota's European Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium. For those of you who do not know, Belgium is located next to France, Germany and the Netherlands. The home of NATO and the European Union, it is considered the "gateway to Europe" with its easy access to many European countries. (Hint, hint--good excuse to come and visit!)

Ray started his new position in February, 2008. The girls and I arrived here in late March. We are living just outside the city of Brussels in the commune of Tervuren, Belgium.

Although we are sad to temporarily leave our family and friends, we are excited for this adventure. What an opportunity to leave our tiny box and experience life outside of America!

Sunday, January 25, 2009

DS turns 6-years-old!



Our "not-so-little anymore" princess has just turned 6 this past Friday, January 23rd. It's hard to imagine that 6 years can pass by so quickly!!!

DS' school, ISB, was closed on her actual birthday, so they celebrated her special day on Thursday with her classmates...



On Friday, Mommy, DS and PS spent a day of fun at Technopolis (a hands-on children's science museum located in nearby Mechelin) and had lunch at McDonalds.


That evening, we had a family birthday party with "cyber" guests Grandpa and Grandpa in attendance (via webcam). DS was able to open her presents and the Grandparents were able to share the special day with her...

Then, on Saturday morning, DS had her all "gal pal" party at Planet Kids, a local child activity/party center. Similar to "Kid's Concepts" in Torrance, for a set fee, the Birthday boy or girl and their guests can enjoy the large indoor and outdoor play area, ride-on race track, bouncers, sandbox, slides, and play structures. Setting all the party girls loose in this facility, while letting Planet Kids provide the party area and refreshments allowed the parents a few moments to actually relax and enjoy some conversation with each other...



The b-day weekend continued as DS enjoyed playing with all the wonderful presents she received!!!




Happy 6th Birthday DS!! We love you!!

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Happy belated 6th b-day Drew!
Love, Tristyn & Jaydon Yuki
(& Uncle James & Auntie Donna too)