Leila and three of her girlfriends who were also adopted from Niger (2 from Leila's orphanage) were such fun as we ventured about to celebrate the birthday girl. We started at Chipotle for lunch and then went to Short Pump for a little shopping. Leila picked out a cute outfit at Hollister and enjoyed spending her birthday money. Then we surprised her and met Philip and Erica (friends with ice hockey and figure skating experience) at the ice skating rink. Leila has always wanted to go ice skating, so we were so excited to make it happen with some help. The rest of the family met us and joined in the fun.
After we wore ourselves out skating circles, we headed home for pizza, cupcakes, outside fun and movie watching. The volume level increased dramatically with squeals, giggles and good ol' fun. It is such a blessing to have maintained these precious relationships between these girls and the other families who have adopted. Happy 16th birthday, Leila!
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