Monday, April 9, 2007

Gotcha Day


Hello out there! At last! Our beautiful baby is in our arms. She is a perfect little beauty. Today we experienced the most amazing moments of our lives, tears of joy that keep coming. All 4 families received the babies successfully, it was an incredible and miraculous thing to share. I will try to put a photo of the three of us here, although we have tons of photos, we may have to add them later. It is late, the baby is finally asleep after crying for hours,we are exhausted beyond belief, but also ecstatic. I am in someone else's room so I have to be quick and am anxious to sleep before another big day tomorrow, standing before the Civil office of the Guanxi Province, to "show our purpose, our promise and our pledge. Moe later!

19 comments:

Anonymous said...

Absolutely beautiful!! I am so happy for you. What a gorgeous family.

Love, Darah and Henry

Anonymous said...

OMG, she is beautiful!!! I am so excited for you both. Can you believe you finally have her in your arms.
Hugs Emma

Anonymous said...

My heart overflows with joy for all of you. Can't wait to see more pics. Thanks for keeping us updated -

Love, Auntie Kathy

Anonymous said...

Awww!! Too cute, kids!

Give her kisses from all her uncles and aunties (official and honorary - and we're a big crowd!), and remember, you've got, what - about a week and a half to teach her to say, "Uncle Paul."

Love from Pam & Paul

Anonymous said...

What a beautiful sight to see-- Laina finally in your arms. You are a family of three now!!!! Can't until you get home and settled. Have fun and cherish every moment. Hugs to you all---Love-Judy and Dana

Anonymous said...

Laina is beautiful! It is wonderful to see your family united. I hope you are sleeping as I write this, all three of you!
Sweet dreams, Marney

Anonymous said...

What a happy looking family! She's adorable and you both look wonderful! We are so happy that you are together at last:)
Love,
Chelsea & Family

Anonymous said...

OH My God!!! Laina is so so so beautiful! What a little miracle. You are so blessed. Congratulations to the happy family!
Love,
The Moffets

Anonymous said...

Yeah!!! I'm so happy that you finally have her! Jake can't wait to finally have someone almost his own age to play with at family functions!
Love,
Sarah, Bill, and jake

Anonymous said...

She is so wonderful. What a cutie! We are so happy for all of you! Have a great time getting to know each other! Hugs and kisses to you all!

Anonymous said...

Yay!!!!!!!!
How wonderful that you are finally united...it's been a long journey!
love hunny bunny

Anonymous said...

The picture of you 3 brought tears to my eyes! She is an angel... love you all!
luv,
Megan

Anonymous said...

Hi, you THREE! What a lovely picture. We are so happy to have a real-life granddaughter at last, to add to our five grandSONS. Can't wait to meet Laina and maybe hold her.
Much love to all, Grandma and Grandpa C.

Anonymous said...

What a great picture! Happiness to all three of you.
Love,
Eileen

Anonymous said...

YAY!!!!


im so excited!!!!!!


we are so happy for you


i cant wait for my new neighbor!!!!


when my mom saw the picture she started to get all teary eyed... we are all so happy for you!!!


cant wait to meet her!!

love, marguerite

Anonymous said...

Who was crying for hours? Jimmy?
She looks perfect! And I know you guys will be the perfect parents. Can't wait till you get her home.
Love from Paula and Mark

Anonymous said...

Yay! You're a beautiful family! Can't wait to see you all.
Kristin

Anonymous said...

Hi Nancy and Jimmy, I've been following your news about your wonderful journey, and finally, to see you with Laina is so GREAT!!!! We are so excited and happy for you. Can't wait to meet her in person! LOVE, Diotima, Chip and Janis

Anonymous said...

CONGRATULATIONS!!!I am so happy for you all. My heart skipped a beat when I saw her in your arms. 3 spirits who are meant to be together...in other words....a FAMILY.
Enjoy your little angel.
Warm wishes, Lynn Dwane