Greetings,
Thursday marked the end of the 10-day waiting period. Now that we have Nick, we have noticed a change, even in this quick amount of time, in how we operate as a family. Here is top 10 list marking some moments of reality for us:
10. We realize that Kayla was not that busy after all.
9. Diapers (ughhh). Now Kayla thinks she needs them also.
8. Two tired and antsy kids feel four times more exhausting than just one.
7. We now have an even bigger audience in the bathroom.
6. Why is it that something's interesting only when the other kid has it?
5. Nick shovels in food faster than he can chew or, more likely, he's hoarding food in his mouth.
4. What is it about light switches and doors?
3. 99% sure it's scabies (here we go again).
2. Kayla and Nick love to play together.
1. A beautiful, sweet smile and recognition that Nick trusts us.
We hope to offer up more wonderful moments with Nick over the course of this trip and as we get to know each other better. We already know he is a very different child than Kayla and will have a much harder time adjusting to our family, but we know he'll be just fine. He is doing extremely well under the circumstances and is very excited about all the new experiences so far.
Love,
Sue
Hurrah! Thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad to hear that the waiting period portion of the journey is now over. The adjustment will be what it will be, but Nick now has what every kid needs. Two parents that love him and at least one sibling to fight with!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove seeing the pictures and hearing about the experience as it unfolds for you guys. We are thinking of you here at home.
Love, Barb