We’re together and we’re home! I’m sorry for not posting from Ethiopia but we had Mac/PC issues (why can’t those two just get along?). We arrived home yesterday afternoon to a wonderful entourage of family and friends at the airport – thank you for making our homecoming so special.
Of course, we are exhausted. Right now, I can hear Dagim downstairs, pushing the popper around.
There is too much to say in the few minutes that I have right now but I wanted to post a couple pictures. Our experience in Ethiopia was amazing, overwhelming at times, and life changing. Last night, I really could not believe that Dagim was sleeping in his crib in our house. After staring at photographs of him for months, imagining what he would be like, and what our life together would be, it’s difficult to fully understand that this has actually, finally, happened. What is Dagim like? He’s wonderful. He’s sweet, affectionate, has a great smile, wants everything in sight (especially food!), chubby, smart, active. I could go on and on. I will post more soon, about our trip and getting to know Dagim.
16 responses so far ↓
Nicole // August 14, 2008 at 6:10 am |
Happy ending…..or rather, beginning
Team F is so happy to see Team H with happy hearts. Now, we are all set for a three on three!
Natalie // August 14, 2008 at 6:23 am |
You have a beautiful boy. I look forward to hearing more about your trip!
Coffeemom // August 14, 2008 at 6:23 am |
OH BOY!!!!! SO SO happy to see these pics!! What a beautiful family. Really, been waiting for these and glad you are home safe and sound and exhausted. Now the adventure begins here. SO SO FUN AND again, what a gorgeous boy and family!!! God bless you!!!!!! Love, M
Jennifer // August 14, 2008 at 6:30 am |
Welcome Home! I love the picture of your family at Crater Lake. Dagim is too precious for words. We must get he and Ella together soon.
Much Love,
The Custers
graceling // August 14, 2008 at 6:30 am |
I am soooooooo happy for you!
Can’t wait to hear more:)
Welcome home.
Brandi // August 14, 2008 at 6:33 am |
Wecome home! Loving the family photo!
Kathy // August 14, 2008 at 6:46 am |
I must have checked this blog 1000 times in the last week… so thrilled to see you all together at last… he looks like he knows he was meant to be yours. Big congrats.
Love, Kathy and Drew
Jana // August 14, 2008 at 7:21 am |
I’ve been stalking your blog expectantly!!
Welcome home and can’t wait to hear more.
Katie // August 14, 2008 at 8:35 am |
AMAZING!!! I love the pictures and of course I can’t wait to hear all about your life-changing journey. Dagim is an absolute jewel! SOOOOOOO HAPPY THAT YOU’RE HOME W/ YOUR LITTLE BOY – much love. I just got “There is No Me w/ out You” and I’m going to start it tonight. Love you lots and lots!
Joan // August 14, 2008 at 9:58 am |
I have been obsessively stalking your blog. I am so happy to hear you are back and I want to hear more and see more photos. What an adorable family you are!! – Joan
And from Nate:
Chris and Shasta-
We hope you had a good time in Ethiopia.
Dagim-
Do you know how to say Mama in English? How?
Gretchen // August 14, 2008 at 10:28 am |
Welcome home! Ahhh…I just melt at Dagim’s smile. He is too precious for words. Congratulations!
Nicola // August 14, 2008 at 11:30 am |
He is just so gorgeous – that smile! Zoé drew a picture this evening of herself and five babies; she explained that they were her brothers, Paloma (a friend), Dagim, and her little sister(?!!) – I am worried that you’ve given her ideas! Anyway, she’s certainly absorbed Little D into her world, and we can’t wait to hear more about him. Lots of love from us all. xxxxx
Kelli K // August 14, 2008 at 1:09 pm |
He is so cute! Welcome home. Can’t wait to hear about your trip!
Laura // August 14, 2008 at 1:40 pm |
Dagim looks like such a HAPPY guy! He’s darling and I can’t wait for further posts. THANKS a million for the “preview” of our little one…. it keeps us going:) Keep having fun and rest up!
Jennifer // August 14, 2008 at 4:50 pm |
i am soo glad you are back! what a fantastic family photo!!!
i can’t wait to get more info out of you!
Michelle // August 28, 2008 at 6:01 am |
Just discovered your blog through Katie a few weeks back and have been silently reading since then! I am so excited for you and your new family- he’s a cutie and looking at his contagious smile and face makes me smile and tear up- little ones do that to me. Anyway it’s been nice reading about your journey- welcome to parenthood, you’re gonna love it!