18.

Eighteen years.  It's a big deal, for sure.  I've known Jochi since the first time I set foot on Dominican soil 5 years ago and a few days ago he turned 18.  If you know me well, you know I love celebrating birthdays and I'm so blessed to have been here for his.  The day was full of all kinds of special-ness and I can't wait to see what this next brings in all of our lives.  

...So here are just a couple pictures from the day...

 

Emilee, me, Jochi, Ariel, and Christine... I'm crazy blessed by this family.
 

And cake!