Monday, July 7, 2008
The Peanuts and the Pearl & The Ruby!
New friendships have been made at the lake. Kim and I feel so blessed that we have had the opportunity to bring our families together this weekend. In some ways, I guess this trip was a leap of faith for all of us, (especially Dave & Jeff!) But, sometimes you have to trust your instincts. Two years ago God brought Kim and I together in an internet (RQ) chat room while we waited "patiently" for Kate & Ruby. We celebrated referrals, cried tears of joy over Gotcha days, and helped each other with words of encouragement through sleepless days & nights for the past year. She has taught me so much! I still wish we lived in the same city, but I will take a long distance friendship any day with this special friend!
This weekend has been so fun! The kids are having a blast, and we are having a blast watching them! Last night the adults sat out on the dock and stared at the stars and re-lived our trips to China. We all agree that the experience has blessed us beyond what we could have ever asked for!
Both Kim and I have 100's of photos to share, but these are some very special ones we took last night. Of course doing a photo shoot with Kate & Ruby was "interesting!" They may be back in those white dresses today for more!!! The girls are doing great together. Kate is so beautiful on the inside and the outside.. I love her little voice and musical giggle! And, I keep telling Kim she has gorgeous legs! I think she may be a super model someday!!
One more day with our special guests. We will all be sad to see it end. But, hopefully we will meet again soon!
Happy Referral week to those of you who will be receiving good news today or tomorrow!
Blessings,
Diana
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21 comments:
Beautiful pictures - what a cherished friendship. Simply wonderful. Hoping you last day together is perfect.
Love,
Heather
I found your blog from following
3 peanuts. You have a beautiful family and are so lucky to have found a special friendship.
God Bless.
Hannah
Oh my -- what beautiful photos!! You two are talented photographers!The kids look great and so glad to hear that friends from the internet can be friends in real life too. Enjoy!
Janet
I am sure you guys are having a great time! Your pictures are really cute!!
Glad you've had so much fun together. Your pictures are beautiful!!!
Missed you on the call last night. Saw your email this morning.
Can't wait to hear more and catch up.
Love,
Lisa
Great pictures...and I am sure that the memories you all are making mean so much more!
Enjoy the rest of the trip~
Great photos of some gorgeous kids! It looks like you are all having a great time.
What a beautiful blessing to have found a friend in this journey of life. The kids look like they are having a great time!
AWESOME PICS!!! Ainsley is grinning from ear to ear! I take it that she & Harry & Will have managed along just fine!!
I totally understand about the leap of faith for the hubbies. My husband thinks I am nuts when I start talking about my "internet" friends!! Wait until I start planning trips to meet them!
What wonderful pictures! So glad you're all having a great time. What a blessing to have such a special friendship. :)
Oh my goodness! These pictures are absolutely adorable!
So glad you are having a blast! Can't wait to see more pictures!
I love these pictures! They are terrific! Thanks for sharing!
I've said it so many times that I never would have imagined that through adopting a little girl from China, I would meet so many wonderful people. Gaining a daughter was what I expected from adopting, but the lifelong friendships that came along with adopting were the unexpected blessings.
I know you both feel the same way. Just gives me goosebumps to see both of your families together. Enjoy your last day!
What an awesome opportunity for your families. The pics are great.
Felicia
Beautiful pictures! I'm glad you are all having such a great time together.
These photos show such pure joy and happiness. Glad you are getting to enjoy each other's company. Friends are the best! Blessings to both of your families!
What a fun reunion! The pictures are so adorable and I look forward to many more on both of your blogs! Enjoy the rest of your time together!
such beautiful children! thank you for sharing.
What a great friendship made thans to good ol' RQ! Ruby and Kate are adorable - as are Ainsley and the Peanuts!
These photos (and children ;^)) are gorgeous. Sounds like a wonderful weekend! Thanks for sharing.
What beautiful photographs of happy children! What more could you ask for? Thanks for sharing!
Trena