February Birthdays

February 2010

Birthdays at Liel Dorm
Birthdays are special days in our dorm. We either celebrate them on a Saturday or on a Sunday afternoon. There is always a special meal or desert, three friends (outside the dorm) are invited, some special games to play, and a reading of Psalm 139 to the birthday child by the dorm dad. This Psalm tells of the intimate knowledge that God has of each one of us, how much he thinks and cares for us, and the prayer of the Psalmist to be examined by God, his Creator, and to be led by Him in living a righteous life. The reading is followed by a prayer for the birthday boy or girl by one of the dorm staff.

This month we celebrated two birthdays: Ira's and G.I's!



Happy Birthday Ira

Ira was a new student to BFA and it was the first time she had to live at a boarding school away from her parents.  She was very corragious and hard working.  She has a strong and fun personality.  Uncle Bob enjoyed teasing Ira throughout the year. 

Ira invited three friends to her party.  They first had fun playing dress up upstairs in the girls' rooms.

For her birthday Ira had a special Korean meal made by Mr. and Mrs. Kim, who have students in the Middle School at BFA this year.

Our four Korean students were particularly excited about this meal!!!!

Ira's most special guest was Sonia, her sister.  Sonia was a senior at BFA this year. 

Ever try blowing out trick birthday candles?  They keep lighting back up!

 Another tradition on birthdays is "Personalized Balloons".  Here are the ladies of the house:

G.I.'s Birthday

G.I.'s real name is Se Eun, which means "grace" in Korean.  This is G.I.'s 2nd year at BFA and as a dorm student.  G.I. is very social and a compassionate friend.  He loves music and is often found playing his flute along with some favorite songs down in our rec. room downstairs. 

Lauren made an amazing home made chocolate cheeze cake, as requested by the birthday boy.

Two of G.I.s guests were Jae Inn and Ben.  They came bearing gifts.










G.I. and his big brother Marshall....

... who were being entertained by Ben, who is an excellent violinist!

And finally, G.I. was wrestled to the floor by his guests, dorm dad, and brothers and hauled off outside to the town watering trough for a birthday dunking.  Getting "Troughed" is a dorm tradition for guys on their birthdays.