Six years ago, at 5:04am, Pascaline Josette was born at 10.1 lbs. and 20 inches long.
It doesn’t feel like six years has gone by.
I asked Pascaline what she wanted to do for her birthday this year; what type of party, what friends she wanted to invite, afterall, this year she gets to invite six friends for being six. She looked at me and said, “I don’t think I want a party this year. I just want to have tea at Queen Mary’s with you, grammie and gigi-ma (great grandma). And for my birthday dinner, I want it to be the four of us; you, me, dad and Blaze eating breakfast for dinner.”
Of course I did what every mom does–went through the roller coaster of emotions. Is she okay? Is she lonely and not making friends at school? Have I been working too much? Are we not having enough family time? Don’t six year olds want parties and lots of presents? (anyone relate? :))
Her birthday wish for presents was new cowgirl boots and to graduate into a booster seat. “Really?” I asked.
I decided to let it go, and believe this is what Pascaline wanted. I underestimated Pascaline. Of course this is what she wanted!
She picked out my outfit for our tea party from my necklace to skirt to shoes (even tried to tell me what underwear to wear!). Her dress, shoes and white gloves were all layed out. She had us each take a purse, and she sent invitations to my mom and grandma asking them to where whatever they’d like, but to make sure it’s “geourgous“. I started to realize she wasn’t depressed at all, she actually had quite a clear vision of what this tea party was going to look like. 
Over the last six years, Pascaline has changed so much. But one thing that is unchanging, her ability to completely surprise me when I least expect it. My life is so rich because of this little one!
Happy Birthday sweetie! love, mama
That last photo of the two of you is TO DIE FOR - she has your eyes. Happy Birthday to her! Looking forward to meeting you at WPPI!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PASCALINE!
I have something special for you! I love you so much!! I’ll see you when I get you from school on Thursday!
Happy Birthday Pascaline!
I’ll never forget the day you were born, it was the ‘First Day of Spring’ and like today it was glorious! You are definitely a fullfillment of your name ~ Pascaline . . . ‘resurrection & new life’ a breath of fresh air!!! Your sweet personality,loving ways and your big brown eyes absolutely enchant your Papa & I. You will always have a special place in my heart as my very first granddaughter . . . I love you ~ grammie ^)^
looks like a wonderful birthday!!!
MY DEAR PASCALINE, YOU ARE SUCH A BEAUTIFUL GREAT-GRANDAUGHTER AND I LOVE YOU SO MUCH. WISH I COULD BE THERE RIGHT NOW AND GIVE YOU A BIG HUG.
GIGI PA AND I WILL SEE YOU SUNDAY AT GRAMMES HOUSE BECAUSE WE WILL BE STAYING ALNIGHT. WON’T THAT BE FUN?
THE PICTURES ARE SO BEAUTIFUL AT QUEEN MARY’S TEA HOUSE.
LOVE YOU, GIGIMA
Happy birthday to you, pascline.
You are preetier and prettier every day. Wow, you are years old today. Pa Pa wish he is with you today. I am in another conrty clost to China. but i am coming home today and will see you on the weekend and celebrate your birthday again and again.
Love you, Pa Pa
Happy Birthday Pascaline. Thank you for bringing so much magic to the block! Have a wonderful day. Luv, the Martins, Ellen, Rick, Ryan, Gavin, Tommy
Pascaline Pascaline the prettiest girl I’ve ever seen. I can’t believe you’re already 6. Happy birthday. Love,
King Daddy Brian
Dear Pascaline,
Joyeux Anniversaire again! I am SOOOOO happy you are in my life! You are always fun and full of surprises. You make the life of the people around you exciting. Thank you also for being like a sister to Eva Marie.
Love,
Valerie
This brings tears to my eyes. What a wonderful birthday for Pascaline and for her mommy.
I love you, Pascaline. I had fun with you on your birthday.
Happy 6th birthday!
Eva Marie
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PASCALINE!! From the pictures, it looks like you had an absolutely wonderful and beautiful birthday. Great job on planning the whole party! I hope you had a super fun day!
Happy belated Birthday Pascaline! I know it’s a little late, but hope had a fabulous tea party for your birthday! I love you and am always thinking about you from the Big Apple!
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