"Sweet 16..."

Well, it is very hard to believe...but today Alisia turned 16.  Never did we think sixteen years ago, when this tiny little girl who was born 10 weeks early, 16 inches long and only 3.5 pounds, would she grow into this amazing young woman. 

She had quite an incredible day.

I got up early this morning and did the ship tradition of decorating the cabin door in honour of her birthday.

At lunch time she opened the presents from the family....

I baked cupcakes...

Her friends baked a cake....

Presents from friends.  Being in a third world country, makes a person be creative with presents and wrapping.  Comics, napkins, and colored paper a great for wrapping.  Chocolate, gum, fabric, bracelets,socks, and hot chocolate make great presents.   

HAPPY SWEET 16 ALISIA!!!!