jeri Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 I got home on Sat night with our two new kids--an 8 yo girl and a 6 yo boy from Ethiopia! They are terrific. Now we are eight--11 (dd), 10 (dd), 8 (ds), 8 (dd), 6 (ds), and 5 (ds). Had a wonderful trip. The Ethiopian people are so kind, generous, and gentle! I always felt safe and had a great time with my sister (who accompanied me while my dh stayed home with the others). Now I've got to figure out what to do with school! I think we will take a little time off, but then I'm getting the older three back on track with school-lite. Then we'll probably take the summer off. Just wanted to share! jeri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom2legomaniacs Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Congratulations! What a blessing to be able to increase your family in this way. I hope the settling in time is very short and very easy. YAH!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alenee Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 I just met some people in my new church who are also adopting from Ethiopia. Congratulations! Praying for a smooth transition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArwenA Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 CONGRATULATIONS!! It is such a blessing to have a large family (eight's a great number:)), I pray everything goes well for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinmom Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Congratulations! Adoption is just the best, isn't it?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 What wonderful news! :grouphug::party: Our friends just adopted a 7month old boy from Ethiopia. The dh went on the trip and reported back similarly about Ethiopians--- what a kind, gentle, generous people. Enjoy getting to know one another! Heartiest Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Whoooo hoooo!! Congratulations!!!! Do you have pictures anywhere? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diana in OR Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Congratulations! What a blessing for you and your family!:lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristyB in TN Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 That is just wonderful and now I have goosebumps. Congratulations and that is just wonderful... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StacyWithFourRugrats Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Congratulations of your new "babies"! I remember the thrill of picking up and bringing my 2 daughters home from Korea. Take a break and adjust, including your other children. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayle in Guatemala Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 What a wonderful way to add to your family! Hope all goes smoothly in your transition! God Bless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMindy Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 I got home on Sat night with our two new kids--an 8 yo girl and a 6 yo boy from Ethiopia! They are terrific. Now we are eight--11 (dd), 10 (dd), 8 (ds), 8 (dd), 6 (ds), and 5 (ds). Had a wonderful trip. The Ethiopian people are so kind, generous, and gentle! I always felt safe and had a great time with my sister (who accompanied me while my dh stayed home with the others). Now I've got to figure out what to do with school! I think we will take a little time off, but then I'm getting the older three back on track with school-lite. Then we'll probably take the summer off. Just wanted to share! jeri You are doing a wonderful thing and I commend you!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elisabeth in IL Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Congratulations!!! I pray that the adjustments in your family and in these 2 children's lives will go smoothly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose in BC Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Praying for a smooth transition. Having adopted two older children myself I know the first while can be tumultuous as everyone gets to know each other. All the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cin Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 oooh!!!!! I'm so jealous (in a kind, loving, way, of course!) How wonderful, how beautiful, how blessed. My friend has 2 babies from Ethiopia and they are so beautiful. :grouphug::party::hurray::thumbup::001_tt2::cheers2: (root beer, of course!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom26 Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Enjoy your settling in time together. God blessed our family through the miracle of adoption in 12/06...we added a son and daughter from Liberia, West Africa. Life will be full and exciting in your house.....there's never a dull moment around here :)!! Congratulations!! Blessings,Kathi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momofkhm Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Blessing to you for opening your heart and home. Blessings to them to be able to come into your home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cricket1178 Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Congratulations! This is something dh and I have been talking about doing. We are 45 so would have to adopt older dc, but our youngest is 12 so that would be fine. Hope the transition into daily life goes well for all of you.:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugarfoot Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 how incredibly wonderful! Congratulations to you all!:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 Congratulations! Did you get a "baby" shower? :grouphug::party: That's a group hive hug for the kids, a party for you!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeri Posted April 1, 2008 Author Share Posted April 1, 2008 So far, things are going very well. These are very sweet, loving kids. Sorry I don't have pics anywhere but I don't have a blog! Again, thanks. I will probably become just a lurker for some time due to being a little busy. jeri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mamagistra Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 Congratulations! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kay in Cal Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomofSeven Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 And "Welcome Home" Jeri's kids! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Storm Bay Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 Hooray and congratulations!!! I hope we do another field trip next fall so we can meet them. I'm so happy all has gone smoothly and am praying for a smooth transition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommylaw Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 Congratulations! You have such a wonderful family! I'm so excited for you guys. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeaTotaler Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 What a blessing for the children and for your family. VH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*anj* Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 Jeri, Congratulations to you and your family!! Now you'll really be needing to buy a half a steer, won't you? I hope to see you again and meet your new children!! Love, --a:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise in IN Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 Congratulations! What a blessing for your family! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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