Tuesday, November 30, 2010

ADOPTION DAY!!

Today is day two with Collin. He ate a big breakfast and then we were off to the Civil Affairs Building to legally adopt him. He was very solemn when he woke up this morning, but as the morning progressed, we got to hear him giggle and more of his personality was coming out. He is still having emotional times of sadness and quiet tears, but overall is adjusting very well. We are very impressed with his motor skills and are amazed at how smart he is. He went swimming for the first time, however the water was a bit cool so he was not crazy about it, but likes being in water. He is still very attatched to his "papa" or daddy and won't let him out of his sight. He slept with daddy last night and we found out that he snores... now Doug knows how I feel. Ha! Tomorrow is a free day and we are planning on going shopping to the likes of Brooke. Still suffering from jetlag and we're hoping to catch up on our sleep tonight. Sophie has adjusted wonderfully, which was a big worry of ours. God has taken care of every detail. Should we be suprised? He is so good and we are so blessed. Love to you all, -Pam




11 comments:

  1. Love the pics! Thanks so much for being diligent in filling us all in! Sarah will send Brooke our Skype account....we'd love to chat with you guys before you leave. Praying for you daily. All our love, the Nasty's

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  2. Congrats!!! He is adorable and I love his little hat! I hope that he keeps getting more and more comfy with you and that he keeps getting revenge on Doug with his snoring:-) Sophie looks soooo happy! They are going to be best friends for sure.

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  3. Congratulations! The pictures are great! We are glad to hear that things are going well. It looks like Sophie is enjoying having a little brother. We are looking forward to hearing more and seeing more pictures as the week continues.
    Love, the Fusaro's

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  4. LOVE the pictures! He looks so sweet. The smiles in these pictures are priceless. So glad Sophie is having a good time.

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  5. Love, Love, Love the pictures!! It is so sweet to see him smiling. Love the one of Sophie and Collin...too cute! We are so glad all is going well!! Looks like a Daddy's boy :)

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  6. WOO HOO!!! We picked up Collin's first Basketball hoop today....can't wait for my Sternasty boys to take on the Duty boys!!

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  7. So precious! Something about the fact that he's his Daddy's boy touches my heart so much. Praying that every minute Collin feels more comfortable and his little heart is filled with all of the love that you have for him! Praise God!

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  9. We are so happy for you guys!! I have to say my favorite picture is the one with the BIG smile on daddy's lap.....how precious!! I am just in awe of that little boys sweet face. Can't wait to meet him in person. I look forward to this evening and getting to talk to you again. Love and miss you all! The Younger's

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  10. Oh my goodness, I cannot look at the pictures without tears in my eyes. so so excited for you all. I love the fact that he is so attached to Doug. Doug your gonna love havin a boy!! :) love you all so much and cannot wait to get together. Praise God for all he has done and is doing. You are a blessed family. Love you all, Dan & Cheryl

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  11. As Lily looked at your pics sheDecember 1, 2010 at 6:43 PM

    Oh there's Brooke with Collin! Oh...look he is smiling!!! Oh...look at him with Sophie!!! Look at his Mickey Mouse jamas! He has a Panda bear dressed like Santa! Does he have Brooke's cell phone??

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