Sorry this is late but we have been having Internet issues, go figure! Needless to say Sunday was an emotional roller coaster but we have Emily and are over the moon in love with our little munchkin! We are amazed at how well she is doing; no real tears only a little uncertainty but even so she let us both hold her and play with her. As we played she warmed up little by little until we actually were getting real deep down belly laughs from her and we have it on video to prove it, lol!
A few comments on her personality and we will get to what you have really been waiting for - Emily likes to play and while doing so will smile and giggle often. She has a very expressive and adorable little face and looks quite serious until she breaks into her little smile. She is a little shy around strangers and doesn't really like crowds but has not had any meltdowns while we were out on our 3 appointments today. She is good eater but we are working on getting her to drink, she did not like any of the bottles or sippy cups we brought with us. She is sound sleeper and so far has slept through the night.
And now for what you have been waiting for...may we present Miss Emily Shrader for your viewing pleasure...
16 comments:
She is BEAUTIFUL!!! I have tears of joy flowing as I see her finally in your arms!!! You guys waited SO long, and what a journey it was ... but now that you can see what the wait was for I just know it was worth every tear. She is perfect!!! Enjoy every single minute!!!!
Congratulations! She's beautiful and I'm sure, well worth the wait! Enjoy your time in China! It goes way too fast!
Congratulations. She's adorable and well worth the wait ;-). Enjoy your time in China. It goes much too fast and the real world closes in on you before you know it.
YAY!! She is so cute! I'm loving her expressions. So very happy for you guys!!! God is so good!!!!
So very happy for you guys!!! She is absolutely beautiful!!! I'm loving her facial expressions. God is so good.
Congratulations Kelly, Matt and Emily!! She is a precious little girl making a beautiful family!! So happy for all of you! KellyB (Ladybug group)
Congratulations Kelly, Matt, and Emily! She is a precious little girl making a beautiful family!! So excited for all of you..KellyB (Ladybug Group)
Kelly,
After so many years, you are finally with your daughter! Congratulations! Words just can't describe how great this day makes me feel. So thankful that Emily is doing well with you! Will keep on checking here and praying that she continues to feel safe with you as each day progresses and as you gel together as a family. BLESSINGS!!!!
PS. If I had the dancing baby, I would have that posted here :)
Pam Askew
Oh, Kelly! Beyond thrilled for you. So, so happy. Glad you are getting smiles and laughs.
What a gift the Lord has given you. You've waited with such patience and endurance. Amazed to see the waiting part of the journey end!
Kelly, I have happy tears streaming down my face! I love seeing pictures of Emily with her Mommy and Daddy. She is definately a peanut. What a sweetie!!!
Happy tears for you are streaming down my face. I'm soooo excited to see Emily in both of your arms! I will continue to pray for you guys as you make your way through China! (((HUGS)))
So excited for you!! Glad things are going smoothly and praying they continue to go well as you all adjust to this new life!!!
No words can express my joy to see you together as a family finally. Congratulations!!
No words can express the joy I have seeing you as a family finally! Congratulations!!
This blog is such a great way to share your wonderful experience with your loved ones back home. Emily is beautiful and we are so happy for you guys. Can't wait to meet her!!
Love Danielle, Clay, Sam and Alyssa
Congratulations!! what a awesome day for you after a long wait. She's beautiful.
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