Showing posts with label Friends. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Friends. Show all posts
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Emme Jade and Gracie Joy...
Just a little over three months ago, two special little girls were in China. One was in an orphanage and one was in foster care. Both were very loved.. For months, both families received pictures of their precious daughters imagining the day they would finally be orphans no longer... That day came for both girls in August, one week a part.. During that wait their Mom's talked almost every day... They prayed they would be in China together. Instead we had to settle for Skype and email during those first days supporting each other again from afar.
Yesterday, those little girls finally had the chance to meet.
There is a special part to this story.... Gracie was a Pearl River Baby! So seeing her home now with one of my closest friends, is truly amazing! She is everything I thought she would be and more!! Gorgeous, happy, smart, and FULL of life!! Her English is amazing! You can't help but love Gracie Joy!
Emme is busy keeping up with Gracie! And, I think Miss Jen is happy to finally have her hands on our sweet little girl with the pigtails, kissable cheeks, and contagious smile.. I love this picture of the two of them.... Thank you Jeff for sending me away for a little Jen and Gracie time! I love you!
The offer below for "Fill Their Stockings with Hope" ends tonight at 11:59pm!
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Lunch with the Little Ladies!
I will let the pictures tell the story of our precious day yesterday. Bridget and I took Ruby and Lucy shopping and out to lunch.... They crack me up!
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Our Fun Blind (PLAY) Date!
Ruby & Lucy.... Seriously Adorable!!
I just love this one! Walking to check out the fish...
Beautiful Lucy!
New Buddies!
They Were So Sweet Together!
(Don't worry Grandpa... We were close behind them!)
I have said before how blessed I have been by this adoption journey. I have written often about the amazing woman and mother's I have met through it. Some in person, some only through their blogs and emails. Well today, the blessings continued! We had a wonderful play date with our new friends, Bridget and Lucy. Kim was our red thread, and I am thankful for the introduction!
It was the perfect day for our "first" date! We took the girls to a park and restaurant at one of the lakes in the city! As you can see these two Jiangxi Girls connected immediately! They are only five weeks apart, and they came home one month after us in 2007! It was like they had known each other since birth! So fun to witness this little friendship blossom!
And, of course I loved Bridget. She is a smart, funny, loving, and wonderful Mom! We found out we have a lot in common too! We even have the same camera!! Another special Red Thread Connection!!
Thank you Bridget & Lucy for blessing us today! We look forward to our second "date!"
Friday, May 22, 2009
Sharon & Hudson
When I was waiting for Ruby Mei's referral a wonderful Mom contacted me that was also with AWAA. She was living in the south, but was raised in the midwest. It turned out she lived very close to my brother, and grew up not to far from where we are now. So we kept in touch through our adoption journeys. One year ago I celebrated with her as she brought home her precious son Hudson. I knew if we ever met, we would be friends. So, once again the adoption journey to Ruby blesses me. Today, Sharon & Hudson came for a visit. It was such a joy to finally meet her, and of course to see Ruby & Hudson together. As you can see below, they hit it off. It was very sweet to see Ruby help him down to her play set. She kept calling him, "that boy!" Of course when we went to pick up Ainsley, Ruby had all sorts of things to say about her new buddy, "Hudson!" Thank you Sharon for taking the time before you head back home to visit. I enjoyed every minute! And, thank you Lord for all of these amazing women I have met, and continue to meet because of being called to the miracle of adoption!
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Goodbye Old Friends...
Due to my slacker blogging lately, I have not formally said "goodbye" to my RQ Pal, October LID buddy, and "real life" friend Kimber. For at least 1.5 years the 3Peanuts have been part of my daily dose. Clearly there is a void now with no more great posts about this wonderful family. And, where in the heck am I supposed to get my great shopping tips for Ruby? I would not even know what "Etsy" meant if it wasn't for Kim. Nor would I have re-introduced monograms into my house, or would I even know what Gluten Free really means!! Obviously, she needs to write a book now. There will be so much to say!I will not get into any ugly comments on the anonymous person that felt the need to harass Kim. It was so hurtful, that she did the right thing by taking 3Peanuts off line. Unfortunately now, many of us will probably do the same thing. Kim started her blog for her family and friends, but as she has said before it grew to be much more.
Kim, thanks for the daily glimpses into your life, your struggles, your faith, and your great big heart! I miss you and I miss those precious Peanuts!!
Blessings,
Diana
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
4th Of July Weekend Ramblings
My guess is when Kim gets back, and has time, she will post photos from the weekend too. The cliff note version is that we all had a great visit! Ruby and Kate lived up to the reputation of adorable two year olds on several occasions. They loved being together, but they weren't to crazy about the concept of sharing! There were many firsts.... Will & Harry water skiing, Ruby's first tube ride, Big Mabel adventures, Jet Skiing, 4th of July games, trampoline fun, Kate's first fish, etc....... We had gorgeous weather which added to the fun! Overall, it was a great weekend, and one we hope to repeat again someday!Enjoy the pics... Of course, there are more, but I think this gives you a good snapshot of our fun in the sun! Thanks for checking in on us, and for all of your sweet guest book messages!
Blessings,
~Diana
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
Sunday, July 6, 2008
Kate & Ruby!
Just a quick note to say that Kim and The Peanuts made it safely to MSP! We are having a fabulous time together playing in lake country! Since I am guessing some of you are looking for this, I have included one of my favorite pics of Peanut #3 and The Ruby!
Thanks for praying for Kim's flight. She did great!!!!!
Blessings,
Diana
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