Wow! We can hardly believe that this day has finally arrived! At 10:30 a.m. our son was delivered by an “officer” of the Luohe City orphanage. (see photo) There were 16 children being delivered to the same room yet when John arrived, we knew him instantly.
He was cautious at first – we pulled out his back pack with a photo of him and us; several toys including a stuffed bear that he proceeded to throw numerous times. (see photo) He is very small for his age, as we expected. The six month clothes that we brought fit him perfectly.
Two highlights that we prayed about are that he allows us to hug and kiss him…he didn’t want to be put in his crib for a nap. So he fell asleep being held and rocked between the two of us.
Another glorious answer to prayer is that he does not prefer either one of us. We were told that some children will only go to the new Mom or the new Dad…but John seems to respond to us equally as well.
A few funny observations – he throws everything but food. He likes to eat but he doesn’t like anything on his hands, like crumbs. And he is patient with his new parents as they learn to take care of him.
We hope to upload a video soon. Thanks for your prayers and support.
Lolly & Ron, I'm SO excited for you guys. I'm sitting here with tears in my eyes as I think of the moment that you first sat down with John. What a moment as you just looked at each other thinking this is the beginning.
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Amazing! At first chance today, I came on here and checked of news about your meeting! Praising our Father for His gracious and good gifts--especially right now the joining of these 3 lives into a family!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe how tiny he is----but he will grow and grow with all the nourishment and love he will get! :)
The pictures are beautiful...
Yeah - our prayers finally answered new mommy and daddy. I praise God for your son. He is going to help you grow and grow in leaps and bounds as a family!
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Woo Hoo!! Sweet baby John has finally arrived! We know you are enjoying him and can't wait to see him. We also thank God that he graciously answered your life-long prayer.
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L & J
Laurie and Ron!
ReplyDeleteI have tried to post two other comments and they don't go through! I was in tears when I saw the pictures. He is amazing. I just talked with "Grandma B" in MN and she is thrilled he is interacting with you by throwing the toys. If it gets to monotonous, tie a piece of yarn on the toy and he can pull it back! I'm so happy for you and for our family.
Love,
Grandma M
Oh Laurie! This is such a special time for the three of you! That is so wonderful that he is responding equally to you both! He is such a precious boy! I am so happy for the three of you! Much prayers for you all through this journey!!!
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Hoot.Hoot.Hoot... We are hooting and hollering at our house with excitement that this day has finally come. You have both been continually on our minds and hearts and in our prayers. To have your hugs and kisses accepted so quickly brings me to tears...God really is good all the time! The desire of your hearts i being fulfilled and your faces radiate the reality of that. Thank you for posting photos of yourselves with John. What a sweet pea! My cup runneth over today on your behalf. XOXOXO to all of you.
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Love that look of happiness on your face, Laurie. Love, love, love that look of happiness.
ReplyDeleteOh, I just got on and have chills looking at the sheer joy on all of your faces! Laurie, I am so happy for you and your husband and for your precious John. He is so precious. Will pray for you all as you start your journey as a family!
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