Today we officially, legally have a son!
This is one of the most exciting yet toughest days of the process for me. We are over the moon to legally be his parents and to have him to hold and live with us now forever. Meanwhile, as all his caregivers gather around to say good-bye with tearful hugs there is this bitter sweetness to the moment. They are all happy for him yet after caring and watching a child grow for so long there is a part of them that will miss him. Among all this hugging and crying is this little boy that has NO IDEA what is going on. He doesn't know that his life is changing drastically, that he is leaving the only home he has ever known and in the next couple weeks alone experience all kinds of new and somewhat scary things.
Today at our new guesthouse he discovered a mirror. To watch him truly see his reflection for the first time was fascinating. After processing that it was himself he decided bashing the mirror with his fists was the best and funniest option. Boys!
Congratulations on becoming an official family of 5! It's amazing to see the love of the caregivers and wonderful to know how well he was cared for. Sending many prayers for the days ahead.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!! He’s precious! Praying for all of you during this adjustment period.
ReplyDeleteLove reading your updates! We've been thinking and praying for you! Praying that this adjustment period will go well as it is a big change for your little boy and you as a family. We can't wait to meet him - Lucy is excited to meet her new cousin !!
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful news Esther & Adam! Enjoy your time with E! Praying he transitions well over the next few months! Enjoy this precious time with your beautiful family!!
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