Our nephew, Sam, turns 22 today. He is presently an Honours Political Science student at the University of British Columbia.
We had a wonderful birthday celebration last night for him. First, we held a family dinner at Bistrot Bistro on West 4th Avenue, a boutique French Restaurant, that reminded Sam of the 2010 - 2011 year he spent in Paris France at SciencesPo. The restaurant features comfort French food such as Boeuf Bourguigon, Fisherman Stew, Lamb Shank, all a la carte. Sides included yummy mashed garlic cream pototoes, frites and ratatouille and we started with a fresh baquette with olive tapenade. I will certainly go back. Afterwards we all went to Linda and Shelly's home for a delicious chocolate birthday cake.
Sam studied International Relations at SciencesPo which hosts over 1,200 international students per year. He had an opportunity to explore Paris while living there for about 10 months.
Last night while eating birthday cake, we each shared our memories of Sam growing up - both funny and reflective. Here are a few memories of Sam in pictures:
Sam - Just a few weeks old, held by his proud Dad, Ken
Being held by Uncle Neil, who looks terrified at holding such a small baby!
Sam as a toddler - isn't he darling!
As a teenage - with long hair!
Here he looks more clean cut
Sam at about 15 years old - He was a fabulous Baseball Player - pitching and Centre Field
Sam at 18 - Graduation from Kitsilano High School, Vancouver
Sam on the fashion runway in Paris - He was asked to model in a Fashion Show
Sam exploring Paris
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