Trip to Chicago

Two weekends ago, we went to Chicago to attend the 18th birthday party for my cousin, Natalie. It is a tradition in the Philippines to have a large birthday party as a coming of age celebration (called a debut). Natalie looked beautiful and the party was a huge success. My whole immediate family (except for my brother Jason) was able to attend, and we got to visit with other extended family as well. See the pictures below.

My cousins, Jessica and Natalie (the debutante)

The birthday court preforming a dance (above and below).

The kids looked adorable all dressed up, although it was hard to get them all in one picture!
From the left: Bina, James, and Judah. Bella is in the picture, but you can't see her behind Bina.

My sister's kids from youngest (in front) to oldest: Bina, Bella, and James.

See how cute the girls look in their dresses!

Bina dancing with the birthday girl.

The kids really liked my cousin David.

Ben and Joy all dressed up!

We got to spend a little bit of time with my relatives after the party.
Front Row from the left: Jessica, Matthew, Ryan, Natalie, and Aunt Janette
Back Row from the left: Ben, Joy and Uncle Nel