Nine Years Old

Today my Pastor 's daughter Milka turned 9 years

They had a kid 's party

and her mum told me that my name

was on the top of the guest list.

That was very flattering for a old dame like me.

So I had to go.

I bought Milka a kid 's body spray, as she loves dressing up

and a box of hand made chocolates.

Friends arrive

A big birthday cake ordered
from Bushy 's bakery


Milka 's dolls
Opening gifts

Party food

Pastor reading Psalm 23 and praying.

His wife Sunila with a friend 's daughter on her lap.

Chandi is a spunky little kid -

the life of the party.

As per Indian tradition women are supposed to cover their

heads while praying.

I had not covered my head, so Chandi promptly

reminded me to put my scarf over my head.

Chandi 's parents accepted Christ last year.

They are awaiting baptism.

This is Milka 's moment

Happy Birthday Milka

Milka feeds her friends cake

Mini food fight

Everyone with Mom and Dad

Now with Aunty Amrita

(wearing black on the left)

Aunty Amrita the biggest kid of the party

Milka with some more friends.

Everyone had a good time.

Sunila sent a plate of party goodies for Mama

and Sheeba also had a bite.

I am feeling so much better now.

Thank you all for your prayers and good wishes.

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There was a rain storm last evening, so the weather has cooled

down considerably.

But we are having frequent power outages

which has cut off my online time.