Friday, March 9, 2012

Sophie's Birthday: Part 2 and 3 (I know! So privileged!)

PART 2

I brought those cupcakes that you saw yesterday to Sophie's class, and we had a party. Every time I visit Sophie's class, I am reminded that despite the relative shabbiness of her school and the convoluted, ineffective and ridiculous larger school system, Sophie has a life here, and it is a warm and happy one.




Sophie with her aide, Saint Renita

Mr. Jackson lights the candles

Happy Birthday to Sophie

Oliver insisted on getting out of school a little early to come celebrate.




Two seniors from the high school brought Sophie balloons and sang Happy Birthday to her. I thought I was on the set of Glee. I'm not kidding.




Sophie's teacher, Mr. Jackson, sang to her. He's a musician and I believe Sophie is a tiny bit in love with him.


Evidently, Sophie is mesmerized when he sings Jack Johnson. Good to know.


Oliver kept busy helping out the other students with their word puzzles.





PART 3

Back at the ranch, we had another birthday celebration with The Husband and Henry. We ate a delicious dinner and then lit candles once again and sang Happy Birthday. All in all, it was a fantastic day.




Happy Birthday, Sophie!
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28 comments:

  1. From the KitchenMarch 9, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    One can look at beautiful Sophie and see that she knows love!! It was nice to get a glimpse into what is obviously a caring place. And, that Oliver getting out of school early--always ready to make a sacrifice!!

    Again, wish Sophie (another) happy birthday and tell her that I believe one should celebrate for an entire month!!

    Best,
    Bonnie

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  2. BeckyMarch 9, 2012 at 10:21 AM

    Wow, that was a great bunch of celebrating! Those cupcakes are gorgeous, and Sophie looked so pretty for her classroom celebration, with her scarf. Her school does look like a good, busy place.

    Happy Birthday to Sophie!

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  3. karioMarch 9, 2012 at 10:42 AM

    You are all so loved. What a glorious day for you all. Happy day after!

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  4. 37paddingtonMarch 9, 2012 at 12:19 PM

    This post makes me happy. Every single part of it. I am glad Sophie had a joyous birthday!

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  5. JennyMarch 9, 2012 at 1:27 PM

    What an awesome birthday!

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  6. Ms. MoonMarch 9, 2012 at 1:58 PM

    Saints, angels, singers and cupcakes. Yeah. Looks mighty loving and fine to me.
    Kisses to you all.

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  7. Lisa LilienthalMarch 9, 2012 at 2:46 PM

    Sophie is so loved, and I think I might be a tiny bit in love with her teacher, too. Probably a good idea that he never sings to me:) Seriously, that school scene is divine.

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  8. krlrMarch 9, 2012 at 3:38 PM

    *I* might be a little in love with the guitar toting teaching... and the balloon toting seniors... and the other kids in her class... and your kids. What a beautiful celebration. Happy Birthday Sophie!

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  9. DeanaMarch 9, 2012 at 4:19 PM

    What a wonderful celebration of your little lady! And I love the brotherly love sprinkled throughout!

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  10. UnknownMarch 9, 2012 at 4:38 PM

    You know this all made me cry don't you?

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  11. T. March 9, 2012 at 5:48 PM

    You are an inspiration.

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  12. N2March 9, 2012 at 5:59 PM

    You are such a loving mom! Your family and community are lucky to have you. Happy Birthday to Sophie. x0 N2

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  13. UnknownMarch 9, 2012 at 6:01 PM

    beautiful beautiful!

    Dear Sophie, your cute feet in purple shoes really brings a smile to me face for some happy reason - I like your style :)

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  14. Alicia DMarch 9, 2012 at 6:40 PM

    what a great school. it makes me so happy to see that the place where sophie spends so much of her time away from home seems to love her. feeling like your child has a sense of community is so important! she is blessed to be this loved by so many!! i loved every single picture and every single word. Happy birthday sophie and MANY more!!! :)

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  15. Steph(anie)March 9, 2012 at 7:00 PM

    Happy Birthday, Sophie! You have excellent taste :)

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  16. Denise Emanuel ClemenMarch 9, 2012 at 8:35 PM

    Whew! Partiers one and all! Thanks for letting us see Sophie's world!

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  17. AimeeMarch 9, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    Happy Birthday, Sophie!!

    What a great celebration - I love seeing her at school. :)

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  18. HeatherMarch 9, 2012 at 9:51 PM

    Beautiful. All of it. The class. The teacher. The brothers. the mom. Al of you beautiful.

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  19. blogzillyMarch 10, 2012 at 6:31 AM

    Don't get me wrong, I am digging the birthday photos and all, but am I losing my mind. Did I see a post about Dim Sum?

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  20. AnonymousMarch 10, 2012 at 6:51 AM

    Love the photos.

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  21. NoanMarch 10, 2012 at 7:58 AM

    If the school needs fundraising ideas I think they should consider event planning. I know I would love to have my own birthday celebration with Sophie's class! A champagne toast is all that was missing. Do you think that Jack Johnson strumming teacher could get his hands on a liquor license?

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  22. L. PetersMarch 10, 2012 at 7:59 AM

    It really is so inspiring to see all of the connections in Sophie's life. Her friends, family, teachers and aide all coming together to celebrate the essence of your beautiful daughter. So very meaningful and touching to read, thank you.

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  23. LeslieMarch 10, 2012 at 9:37 AM

    Love Sophie's purple shoes! So glad she had a happy day :)

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  24. TheresaMarch 10, 2012 at 12:02 PM

    Blessings to Sophie and your entire family!
    She is a loved young lady!

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  25. EllenMarch 11, 2012 at 4:47 PM

    OH Happy Birthday again and again to Sophie...what a lovely and loved young lady she is!

    Elizabeth ....thank you for sharing this in words and in photos. xxxxoooo to you!

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  26. kristen spinaMarch 11, 2012 at 5:06 PM

    Beautiful, Elizabeth. Happy birthday to your dear girl (with the awesomely cool shoes!!)!

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  27. GbergerMarch 11, 2012 at 5:23 PM

    I feel as if I was invited to a wonderful party - thank you for posting photos here and sharing the events of the day with us. It is a blessing to see the love, celebration, joy and care surrounding your sweet girl and your family. God bless you!

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  28. The Divorced Lady's Companion to Living in ItalyMarch 13, 2012 at 3:34 AM

    What a cool girl and a lovely bunch of school mates. It looks like a warm special day with a lot of love in the air.

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