After several days of taking “baby steps” and a birthday party yesterday, we had a major break through today. We got to the orphanage at about 3pm…right as they are getting up from their naps and she was still puffy eyed when they brought her in. She did her usual little cry but the nanny must have gotten the memo because she said something to her and then left the room. The full blown tantrum started right away. Within two minutes our driver came in and talked to her a bit…he is quite stern with her and she responds well to him. After calming her, he sort of hid on the other side of the room…
She continued to check for him for the next little while but eventually he was able to leave the room…she cried initially but we were able to comfort her and finally to play openly with her…we heard her giggle…GIGGLE, for the first time. The truth is, Adam is our kid’s favorite toy and this little angel is no different. He got silly splashing in the balls and she thought this was hilarious! We threw balls at Daddy’s head and he fell down quite dramatically…more giggles…we got into tubes and flailed around…more laughing…we had so much fun today! Adam got to pick her up for the first time today…briefly:0)
We started this day off so depressed after talking to the kids back home and just really for the first time feeling extremely home sick…today’s visit put the joy back into this trip…Bob is catching up!
She continued to check for him for the next little while but eventually he was able to leave the room…she cried initially but we were able to comfort her and finally to play openly with her…we heard her giggle…GIGGLE, for the first time. The truth is, Adam is our kid’s favorite toy and this little angel is no different. He got silly splashing in the balls and she thought this was hilarious! We threw balls at Daddy’s head and he fell down quite dramatically…more giggles…we got into tubes and flailed around…more laughing…we had so much fun today! Adam got to pick her up for the first time today…briefly:0)
We started this day off so depressed after talking to the kids back home and just really for the first time feeling extremely home sick…today’s visit put the joy back into this trip…Bob is catching up!
4 comments:
We are "home"sick as well, 'cause all is not normal when ya'll are not home! I can see Adam, now...I always thought he would make a great teacher or coach, because he really "remembers" what makes a kid laugh! Remembering being a kid helps in many life situations. It won't be much longer, now and you all will be a complete family, again...Imagine Ellie's delight, with built in brothers, a sister, grandparents and pets..plus countless friends..Bless you all...Jergers' North
Yeah. I am so glad that you had a great visit today. Don't you just love giggles -- they are way better they tears. I hope that things keep getting better!
Remember that God tells us to "Be still and know that I am God" Psalm 46:10. During those times when this roller coaster we call life feels a little out of our control just sit back, take a deep breath and remember "Be still and know that I am God". This was the message of my devotion with Dr. David Jeremiah.
"In the name of Jesus Christ, who was never in a hurry, we pray, O God, that You will slow us down, for we know that we live too fast."
Peter Marshall
I'm so excited for you both, for Ellie and for my three "monkeys". Can't wait to see some detailed pics.
We love you!!
Aunt Jacki
Lori and Adam,
Got home lateblast night, so just read your most recent post. So excited to hear about your day! Praying that every day she grows closer and closer to you!!!
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