August 10, 2007
GRATEFUL FOR
10 tiny fingers
10 tiny toes
the most beautiful eyes I have ever seen
your strong little legs
the care that you have received
the plane that brought us safely to your smile
your mouth sucking on my arm
your precious hands grasping & reaching
your Daddy…who lets me ride his coat tails so many times
family that waits at home
Aunts that love you so
Uncles that will make you laugh
Cousins that will play all day
Parents that gave us life
your Birth Mom who gave us you
Grandparents who are so excited, and more then in love with you already
all of our friends who lovingly support us
eyes that will light up and fill with tears when they see you
Daddy’s strong arms
Daddy’s laugh & sense of humor
Daddy’s warm, tight hugs
technology to reach home
the past 16 days of bliss with you each morning
~xoxo
The Abrams Family
....the most important thing is, I have Daddy's button in my hand!!
Norah Loves Olesya!
...our interpreter & coordinator
Raspberry!
.....big lips run in the family!
I just love this bag!
.....perfect fit!
Books are my favorite!
I love my Daddy
.....he's very funny!
Beautiful
...xoxo
I See You!
Brown Bear, Brown Bear
....what do you see, I see a red bird looking at me!
Dreams Really Do Come True!
Good Night Moon
...another book lover in the family!
My First 2 Teeth!
....cheese
The Post Office
....this one is for you Jim-xoxo
Nan would say, "Bless her heart"!
My little blue hat
...'I like to face out to see where I'm going'!
See 3 Homes for Government Officials
....most people own apartments not homes-the above homes are brand new and much larger then most
Brand New Apartments over looking the River
.....about $90,000+ for 3 rooms (a "3 room" apartment would be a LR and 2 Bdrs, kitchen & bath-we've been told that many folks live in a "1 room aparment"-which would be like a studio in America-kitchen, bath and one living space)
Pretty In Pink!
Lemon Meringue Pie - Delicious!
Inside at the Baby House
....playing in the music room
I just love my feet!
Outside at the Baby House
....always in a bonnet!
Yum!
.....is this an apple?
Lets play ball!
.....I have very cute legs & feet!
Daddy's Back!
......and he brought toys!!!
We Will Miss The Gish Family!
Amy & Sophie (3 1/2), Galen & Alex (almost 2)
Norah likes my big teeth!
...we took this picture ourselves!
Kazak Design ~ Gift from Dr. Irina
....Pa-Pa's Girls
Norah's Caregiver Nadia
.....Norah about to sneez!
Hazel Eyed Beauty!
....loves the Johnny Jump Up!
Watching Bubbles!
Our Sweet "La-La" (baby)!
....we just fit!
Dance Show at Dinner
....... Mike & Jim this one is for you!
Show Time
...... the other side of the show!
A Taste of Kostanai
....... my favorite salad!
Larry, Christy & Nelly
..... Nelly visits the Musuem with us!
Kostanai Musuem
......we enjoyed the culture!
Congratulations!
celebrating at our hotel with Galen, Amy & Olesya...it's official, Amy & Galen are "Mom & Dad"
Norah Posing
.....Norah has learned her mothers pose so soon!
Mama & Norah
...... it's breakfast time!
Squeez me Pa-Pa!
....is that a thumbs up?
Shish-Kabob
...... pork, chicken & lamb!
Mommy & Me!
..... on our bench under the tree!
Beef Stew!
..... delicious!
Norah
...... breakfast is a serious time!
First Family Photo
....and now we're three!
Daddy's The Man!
....Galen & Daddy hauling home water
My First Bunny!
...my playground at the baby house
Joy!
....where-ever you go, there you are!
Friendship Bracelet!
...xoxo
Outside at the Baby House
....Daddy loves my bonnet!
I like Daddy
....my fingers are yummy!
Norah & MaMa
.......playing after breakfast
Norah & PaPa
....loves to look outside with Daddy
Town Square in Kostanai
.....beautiful people, beautiful place
Baby Yoga
Norah Flying!
2 comments:
I'm now tearful for the second day in a row after reading the blog. Norah is so lucky to have a Mommy who is truly grateful for so many things - what a wonderful lesson to start teaching her while she is so young! Norah - please know that we all feel extremely blessed to welcome you into our family!
Cousin Taylor has so many things she wants to teach you about. She had something special happen this week that she wants you to know about- the tooth fairy visited our house for the first time!! Taylor lost one of her bottom front teeth. As the tradition goes, she carefully placed the tooth in a box under her pillow. While she was sleeping the tooth fairy came and took the tooth and left money in its place! Taylor was very curious and excited about this magical visitor!
I liked seeing the picture of your friends Galen and Amy - what a special occasion for them to celebrate. I can't wait until we get the photo of you guys toasting that you are officially Norah's Mommy and Daddy! I can only imagine the emotions you will be feeling on that day - what a long journey to exactly the place you are supposed to be!
Hugs and Kisses,
Aunt Jennifer
Christy,
I'm so impressed with how well you are able to write your thoughts down. It is definitely a gift! We are so enjoying being part of your journey.
I have some exciting news. I've decided to run another marathon for Team in Training. Well actually a 1/2 marathon in Portsmouth, NH. It was Oct 1997 that we ran the marathon in Dublin. My training and fundraising starts next weekend. Wish me luck.
Love You,
Pam
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