The Day I Turned 16 /// personal

It was a fun, sweet, and simple day. I woke up to snow outside my window, sweet emails from dear friends, and the yearly "morning surprise" (a bowl of candy and birthday note from mum) waiting for me on the counter. The day was slow and easy, then later into the afternoon we met with friends for skating downtown. It all ended with a special birthday dinner, delicious cheesecake and all. ;)

Friday we had dear families over for a Christmas potluck, and enjoyed sweet, sweet fellowship. I think I grinned the whole time. 

And I have to tell you, that night I cried. I cried because I felt so utterly blessed. I cried because I could finally look back, and see what a different person I was from last December 19th. I cried because I saw just how much God had worked in my life. I cried because I was so thankful.

It was a very, very Sweet 16. 

xo,

| Madi