Take this journey with us....as we celebrate our 1 year anniversary today, June 28, 2011, the day our daughter was placed in our arms. I will never ever forget that moment. It is forever ingrained in this mother's heart. I will post a few things today as we just reflect on this very very special day. But for now, look at the difference a year makes. I have to say what really warms my heart is even as a little orphan girl she had such a contagious smile that melted a heart and brought a true ray of sunshine to many lives both in China and here at home! This photo was taken a couple days before we got Grace.
This is Grace with 2 of her friends Suhn (left) and Teagan (beside Grace). I was blessed to have travelled to get Grace with Sunh and Teagan's mom's. We had emailed each other before our trip when we realized our children were together at Angels House, and were thrilled to travel together to bring our girls home.
The day we got our baby girl! After a lot of tears and a little nap and no air conditioning she was sweaty and I know a very confused little girl. But from this moment forward she cried no more and was full of laughter, big smiles, and a whole lot of fun!
:) happy gotcha day guys!!!!
ReplyDeleteHappy first Forever Family Day Grace!
ReplyDeleteYou are beautiful and what a precious smile, you look so grown up already.
(My Weston always thought you were one sweet little girl when we met you in China) Glad to hear you have big brothers to love on you too, and congrats on the new sister news! So excited for your whole family!