We've had a hectic summer, so I'm going to put posts in the basic order of how they happened in an effort to catch up!
First and foremost: YAY! Our children were great through the re-adoption. We were a bit worried because the boys were not happy about this whole process. We started preparing them a few weeks ago with what was happening and what they could expect. They were a bit worried that if we were adopting them again, it meant that maybe the first adoption was not official or that we weren't somehow a family. The adoption for us was a bit complicated, so it wasn't just an easy signing of paperwork. As it turns out, like with many things, preparation is key. The boys sailed through and were fantastic and even excited about it in the end. Here are some photos of the boys. Aren't they handsome? Notice that only 10 minutes later they are not exactly as put-together... :)
getting ready for the hearing... They clearly all have my flair for the dramatic!
with the judge after the hearing! YAY!
little boys to water = moths to a flame
I just love this one--my little man looks so grown up!
After the hearing, we played in the fountain and then had a celebratory lunch. We then hit the road for real and went up to Indiana to see Ben's family! We'll post all about the amazing trip soon, but for now I'm going to head to bed to get some rest.
yay!!! the boys are so handsome and you are so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI *knew* there was a reason I liked you so much! Incidentally, I didn't even know you HAD a blog, so I had fun reading through it!
ReplyDeleteWhat is it about boys and any source of water? They have to touch it in some way - with their shoes, hands, face, etc. Why?
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the readoption.
I'm telling you if there is standing water within 50 feet, they must run through it or put their hands in it or jump as hard as they can in it. What can you do? :)
ReplyDeleteokay, I know this could sound shallow and it's really off topic, but I gotta say. EMILIE! You look so amazing in that dress. Haha. Seriously. Very Very Nicole Kidman of you.
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