Dear Josselyn Lorena,

We hope this letter finds you and your family in good spirits and health. There are three of us in our family, me (Adrian), Lisa (wife) and Natalie (daughter) and we live in Newfoundland, Canada. I design software (computer) applications, Lisa works at a call centre supporting customers who are having problems with their computers and Natalie is the same age as you (6 years old) and is looking forward to starting school (Grade 1) in September. We are enclosing a photo of our family from a few years ago. Thank you very much for the beautiful picture…you are a very talented artist. Natalie will draw you a picture for our next letter. Natalie’s favourite colour is pink and purple, favourite animal is a dog, favourite food is macaroni (pasta) and cheese, favourite sport is baseball, favourite hobby is coloring, riding her bike and playing at playgrounds. What are some of your favourite things? Natalie doesn’t have any pets as I am allergic to most animals fur although we may get a dog at some point. Natalie would love to have as many animals as you! We’re very happy to have you in our lives and are praying for you and your family.

Love,
Adrian, Lisa and Natalie

Sigh…the weather in Newfoundland hasn’t been very Spring-like (let alone Summer-like) this year but it cleared up long enough for “Barnes” and I to go to Topsail Beach on Father’s Day for the first time this year while Mommy was getting supper ready (lasagna, caesar salad and toblerone cheesecake…yummy!). I got in some time on the swing then waded into the water (too cold for swimming).

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For as long as I can remember, I have loved going to the Thomas Amusements Fair. I have already gone twice this year in CBS (once with Mommy and “Barnes” and once with Daddy) and this time I went with Mommy, “Barnes” and Aunt Beth-Ann when it came to St. John’s. I had a great time, as usual, until Mommy and Aunt Beth-Ann decided to take me on the Scrambler ride…not a good scene. To add to my frustration, “Barnes” failed to win me a big stuffed animal at the games booths…sigh.

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I never miss an opportunity to go to a beach but, although the temperature was 20 degrees Celsius, the water at Middle Cove Beach was freezing! I collected a few colored stones while Mommy, “Barnes” and Aunt Beth-Ann got a kick out of my facial expressions when I went in the water.

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My school’s annual sports day went ahead today (after being postponed for more than a week due to inclement weather). Mommy, “Barnes” and Aunt Beth-Ann came to cheer me on as my classmates and I participated in a number of activities including playing in a bouncy castle, participating in a variety of races, playing with a giant parachute and a game of tag. We finished off sports day with a healthy meal comprised of hot dogs, chocolate milk and sun chips (my favorite).

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Big night for my family as I graduated from kindergarten this evening. I received a number of gifts including a doll from my Nan and Pop Walsh and a heart-shaped pendant from my Nan and Pop Coady who came into town to see my graduation ceremony. My ceremony went off without a hitch as I sang and recited a poem with my class. Grade 1 here I come!

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It’s been foggy and rainy for a solid month but today was a beautiful sunny day. Unfortunately, Mommy had to work but “Barnes” and I went to Bowring Park as I wanted to feed the ducks and try out the new playground. We got there early (right after a hearty McDonald’s breakfast) and I got to feed some swans which joined the ducks in competing for the bird seed. I then had some fun testing out the new playground equipment.

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Receive warm greetings in the sweet name of the Lord Jesus Christ. I want to let you know something about Christmas. Thank you very much for the present. I received a blanket and a bag with candies. I have 3 sisters and 2 brothers, and with me there are 6 children. The house in which we live is a little house. I have lots of animals including a cat, guinea pigs, a dog and a sheep. In my free moments I help mom feed the animals. Please send me a picture to know you. I’m very happy to have a sponsor as you are. I send you my favorite verse: John 17:17. I say goodbye with much love.

Your Goddaughter,
Josselyn

Your friends,
Josselyn Lorena Chicaiza and Julian (Dad)