Friday, November 19, 2010
Just a Tender Story about Two Sisters....
Over the last two days I finally got to a project that has been on my list. I have wanted to print out every page of Sienna's Adoption Website, to have in a book for her. This was a gift for us when Ruby came to us, and it is a treasured keepsake. I spent the most of my time pouring over every guest book message all of you wrote to us in March. Especially, the ones when we were in the trenches in China, when Sienna was so sick. I found myself wiping the tears as I was reading each treasured word of encouragement and celebration.
A lot has changed for our girls since Sienna came home. Honestly, some days have been hard. But, the rewards have far out weighed the challenges. Thankfully, as I have said before Ruby has the most forgiving heart of any child I have ever met. There have been days where I am not sure I would have been so gracious to my new sister. Days where she had her feelings hurt, or she received some physical attention from Sienna that she did not deserve. Ruby has modeled what all of us need to learn... The art of saying, "It's ok, I forgive you.." Having three girls can be challenging.. Like most relationships, at times one is left out. We are working on it.
This sister relationship is something I find myself praying about a lot. I spent days dreaming about it before Sienna came. More than anything I wanted Sienna and Ruby to be not only sisters but the best of friends... Slowly, God is showing us this evolve... Wednesday night, I was working at church, and I got home when the little girls were in bed... Sienna came running in our room because Ruby was coughing un-controllably.. She was truly concerned for her mei mei. I ran in to find a very scared Ruby Mei in her bed... I scooped her up and took her to our room.. Sienna kicked into sister and nurse mode. She ran and got Ruby water, she got her blanket and her favorite bear, she stroked her arm, and she hugged her. I think the big sister was scared too... It was the sweetest and most tender exchange I have seen between them. Answered prayer.. You see, I know Sienna adores Ruby.. But, there are days where she does not live that out loud... Deep down she is her protector. It's so beautiful. Their pre-school teacher tells me they watch out for each other. Answered prayer!
Yesterday, we went to get the very last 2 shots Sienna needed for a while!!! As the norm, Sienna did not flinch.. But, her little sister was there squeezing her hand.. And, to support her, Ruby asked me and the nurse if she could have a shot too... Yes, not kidding! She was due for her flu booster, which she could have done as a nasal spray.. But no, this sister wanted to be brave like her buddy and sidekick.. This time, Sienna squeezed Ruby's hand, and all was well. The nurse just shook her head in amazement. She remember Ruby Mei from the first (awful) blood draw three years ago.
I left that doctors office with two little girls, brought together by adoption, forced to be sisters and now destined to be the best of friends walking out hand in hand. Again, so beautiful! You see, this relationship is still evolving.. on their terms. Isn't that the way it is supposed to be?
I hope you have a wonderful weekend! Please lift up my friend Bridget in about 5 hours. She begins the long journey home from China to Chicago. 24+ hours of travel as a solo parent with two four year olds... Need I say more!
Thank you again for supporting us through the high's and low's. We are blessed!
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14 comments:
I had to choke back the tears reading about the sweet tenderness between two very special sisters. How much you have to be thankful for!!!
Diana this is amazing!! I can't express how special my two sisters are too me, so I know w/the beautiful story behind this relationship only enhances the SISTER BOND to another degree! I'm also praying for your friend Bridget! If she has a blog that is not private, I would love to visit her site and leave her an encouraging messsage. I truly love to read adoption blogs such as this and share in their joy! Your girls story is truly a beautiful story of the RED THREAD!!
PS love those beautiful "SNOW BUNNY" pink fur pics of the girls!!
PS Of course you meant "Waiting for Lucy" Blog!! What "threw me" was the 2-4yr old comment! I thought it was "a twin adoption"!! I'm very familiar w/this blog!!! Lucy and Kit are just gorgeous!!!
I love to hear all the little tender loving stories of their sisterhood unfold. it is God's beautiful work...not too mention the beautiful role modeling you and Jeff and Miss Ainsley provide.
Love is so lovely, isn't it!?
What a beautiful testament to your family. Sisters rock :-)
So sweet, Diana. Thank you for sharing these tender exchanges. You (and your baby girls --- all three) are truly blessed by one another. What a beautiful love story.
Love and Prayers,
Amy
We are living this same path with our girls. I love all you shared in your post. I know how much a love and treasure my precious sister~ so thankful my girls have each other forever!!! Your three are all so beautiful!!! Blessings and Happy Thanksgiving!!!
What a sweet post! I love those sisters! What an amazing story of God's grace, love and forgiveness shown through these two sweet girls. What a blessing they will be to each other through the years.
Love those girls...all we can say...beautiful and so sweet
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I have tears in my eyes reading about the story of Ruby's request for a shot. What a tender heart she has. Such special sisters...all three of them.
So sweet and just as it should be.
Blessings,
Robin
What a beautiful post...made me teary eyed. I also read that Sienna was dedicated on Sunday. we had Sierra's baptism on Sunday. Two beautiful girls being raised in the Glory of God!!!
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!!!
You know me-there is nothing better than a sister!!! I am so proud of Miss Ruby for being the friend and sister that Sienna needed- the good the bad and the ugly she handled with Grace. Miss Sienna has come a long way and knows what a true sister is and demonstrated her love for Ruby by learning from her. Give both those sissies a big kiss from "Miss B"
Almost caught up:) until tomorrow!
B