What an amazing day! Words just can not explain how we both feel. We arrived at our orphanage and were introduced to the director and a few of the office people and then they took us to a room to go over the babies schedules. I was really not prepared for what happened next. The door opened and then the world just kind of stopped as I watched my baby come into the room. I could only sit there with my hand over my mouth and tears streaming down my face. The care giver who had Xiao-Pin handed her to me and that was that...I fell completely and totally in love with our baby girl. She is so sweet and she is not a serious little girl like all of her picture make her out to be. This one is a live wire!!! She came to both David and I very easily and the care givers kept telling her who we were-Mama and Baba. Se looked at us both with curious big brown eyes as if to say "I know you, Where have you been?" Her care givers told us she loves the toy with our picture in it and that they told her who we were everyday. She recognized us! She also looks at the boys pictures very intently.
She has yet to cry, but screams a very high pitched scream when hungry! She is very curious and looks at everything around her. She is crawling and pulling herself up to things. As we speak (type) David and Xiao- Pin are having a raspberry war on the bed and she is winning!
It is truly amazing to me to know beyond a shadow of doubt that this little girl was meant to be part of our family, She is an amazing little spirit and I have so much gratitude for my Father in Heaven.
The birth parent meeting was one of the hardest things I have been through in my life. It was also one of the most amazing experiences I have had in my life. David had a really hard time, and I would have but our birth mother was trying so hard to save face as Asian people do and she was not wanting us to see the hurt in her eyes, so I forced myself to be strong for her. We said our goodbyes and then I lost it when she walked out the door.
So people, I know you are here for the pictures, so here they are. Boys, your little sister is so cute and fun, I can’t wait to bring her home for you to meet her. You guys will love her!
Janalee and David
Mama and Baba
13 comments:
I am just crying tears of absolute joy for you!!! I am so happy to see her in your arms and to hear your account of the whole day is just amazing!!!! Praise the Lord!!!!
Did you get to see our little lovebug?? I am sure she is already missing her friend Maya!!
I AM SO HAPPY!!! SHE IS BEAUTIFUL!! I Cant even see to type, I am crying for you! I just cannot wait to met my little niece, she is so beautiful. I want to hear all the details, which I am sure I will later, but right now I am just so content and happy for you! Love you! Love Maya! Love adoptions! Eternal family! HAPPINESS!!!Love, carrie
Wow she is gorgeous, not like her dad. LOL. I am so thrilled for you both and look forward to meeting Maya in October. Tons of love, prayers and hugs sent your way.
I knew there would be someone in this world who could out raspberry David. LOL..
Love, cindy
She is simply beautiful and it is so wonderful to see you holding her. I'm crying tears of happiness for you!!!
Jan
(Ansley's Mom)
Janalee and David-CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! Hooray! Maya is finally in your arms and she is absolutely beautiful! You are both beaming--and Maya looks so happy. Was this an amazing day, or what? Our love and prayers are with you-we can't wait for your return!
Debbie
YEAH!! You both look so happy, she is beautiful! Our Maya is SO excited to see her, and has been calling her "Little Maya." She is proud to tell people what you named her. : ) We can't wait to see you soon, you'll be bombarded with many anxious friends awaiting your arrival!! Love you both so much, Congratulations! She's finally here!
The Jones family
Janalee and David,
You are darn right we wanted pictures!!!! Oh how prescious. I am so happy to see you guys finally have her in your arms and all are safe. YES, God is good!!!!! Enjoy the rest of your trip. What a wonderful day. Angels must be dancing for Joy.
Wow- how awesome to finally be able to hold her. Maya is so precious!
We are so excited and happy for you and your family, David and Janalee! We can't wait to meet little Mei Mei! Travel safe and all of Heavenly Father's blessings to you.
We'll have a cousin close in age for Maya!--Coming April '07. We haven't told anyone else in the Smith family yet!
Take care.
Love,
Katrina and Kevin and boys
Yea!! We are so excited for you! The pictures say it all--pure joy and happiness as Miss Maya joins your family! Congratulations at last! We can't wait to see you when you guys get home! Enjoy the rest of your trip! All our love, The Dudleys :)
My goodness, How beautiful! We are so happy for you! Last night Olivia prayed for you guys and Maya and the boys, we can't wait to meet her!!
Shelly, Aaron, Liv and Sam
I love the one of her looking at you. That is such a sweet picture, one to cherish. I cried when I read about the birthmother meeting. It must have been very difficult. Can't wait to see the pictures of the boys meeting with their new little sister.
Janalee,
You don't know me, but Kristin is my dearest friend. I have been hearing so much about you and your beautiful daughter. I had to check your blog. I am overwhelmed with emotion looking at those sweet pictures of you finally being united with her. I am so thankful for you and your husband!! Praise the Lord for your obedience!
Love,
Janelle
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