Okay, so here's the deal - before we left, we were told we were going to see a seven-month old little girl. But, we were later told she had a heart condition - so we knew it was a no-go on her.
When we arrived on Friday, we were told we would being seeing the little girl, and a second child - a little boy. So, today, after three hours of waiting outside the Department of Education for our letter of permission to enter the baby house, we met with the little boy. And yes, it looks like we will be accepting him - but we still have to see the little girl tommorrow and go over his medical file (we've been told that he is in the "normal" range, though I can already see that he is a little developmentally behind where we would imagine he should be, though that will change as soon as we can start working with him.)
At this point, we are not going to give any more details, since he he is still a long way from being officially "ours". Give us until the 14-day bonding period is over and the judge puts his stamp of approval on it. I know, I know - you all want pictures - but we haven't even officially said "yes" yet, so patience please.
What I will say is - what an emtional experience! First of all, for whatever reason, I thought the baby I was being handed was the little girl, so I didn't want to get too attached, since I knew we were saying no. Second, he was a little out of sorts about being around these strangers, he scremed as soon as he was in my arms - and had a sourpuss face the whole time, even once he settled down. I think he was tired. But, by the end, I tucked him into his crip for his nap and gave him a kiss goodbye. At one point, he even tucked into daddy's chest.
And, I wanted to let you all know - I apologize if I don't respond to the comments individually. Please believe me when I say, the connection is so painfully slow here, it takes 20 minutes just to get started! But know that we are reading every comment and appreciate all the support.
That is awesome Deb.
ReplyDeleteDebbie and Jeremy, We are so excited for you and cannot even imagine what you are going through...thank you so much for sharing with all of us...I have been sharing with the kids in my classes and they are following your journey along with all of us. Love and kisses to you and your new baby...we love you, Aunt Dee, Uncle Dave and Nicholas too.
ReplyDeleteAnd hey do not even worry about responding to our comments...your blog is comment enough!
Your dad and I got very emotional while reading about your exciting day today. We are both so happy for you and Jeremy. Love always.
ReplyDeleteI love reading your blog and that is anwsering everyone just the fact you are doing this is enough. I hope it all goes well..
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear that it's going well so far. It's an emotional journey but one you will never forget.
ReplyDeleteThe heat is incredible eh...I recall being told "but it's a dry heat" and thinking then why am I sweating so darn much!! I think at some point it does not matter if there is humidity or not, enjoy though.