This boy cracks me up. Tonight, as I was rocking him to sleep, or trying to, I couldn’t even look at him because he was making me laugh. He was almost asleep, his eyelids heavy, his bottle not even finished, and then I guess he decided that he didn’t want to go to sleep. He started babbling and moving his hands around in the air (this kid gesticulates like I’ve never seen), humming this little sing-song that he has, touching my nose and laughing. I had to close my eyes while singing to him because every time I laughed at him, he got more and more animated. Today was our first full day at home as a family. It was a great day. I can’t believe how much he’s changed since the day we got him, eleven days ago. That first day, he was so quiet and shy. Now he runs around, gets into everything, babbles, laughs, plays, cries. I can’t wait to see what he’ll do next.
16 responses so far ↓
Nicole // August 14, 2008 at 6:29 pm |
TOO Cute!!
graceling // August 14, 2008 at 6:44 pm |
Shasta, you are bringing tears to my eyes… partially because I am so happy for you and so honored to be able to witness a small part of this part of your journey (the bud to bloom part, as I think of it…) but also because I can’t imagine what it will be like to see this bud to bloom stage with Anna.
Your love for Dagim makes me ache even more for Anna.
Christine // August 14, 2008 at 8:34 pm |
I’m glad you made it home safely. He’s a funny character. My favorite is his hand to the ear listening for what’s going on around him. Can’t wait to read more about your trip.
rebecca // August 14, 2008 at 9:37 pm |
cute, cute, cute and CUTE! I can’t believe how cute he is and I’m so excited you guys are home as a family of THREE! Can you even believe it??
Coffeemom // August 15, 2008 at 4:59 am |
SO SO happy for you, SUCh cute pics. Thrilled for you. THank you for y our help and prayers, Gladney has said not a good idea for us on our ponderings but so so appreciate all you’ve done. LOOK at that boy, what a cutie….too bad he and Gabriel aren’t closer, man they’d have a BALL!
Laura // August 15, 2008 at 7:12 am |
He is absolutely amazing. I’m so happy for you guys!
sally // August 15, 2008 at 12:56 pm |
oh my goodness!!! he is the most beautiful baby ever…congratulations and welcome home. So grateful to be even a small part of this journey with you–it has been amazing.
blessings!
Nicola // August 15, 2008 at 1:28 pm |
You have to stop with the cute pictures, I only have so much space on my refrigerator door!
Erica // August 15, 2008 at 5:26 pm |
I’ve been checking your blog every day looking for an update and I’m so glad to finally see Dagim in your house and running around! He is a beautiful boy–those eyes are so expressive. I can’t wait to meet him.
Gretchen // August 16, 2008 at 7:09 am |
Dagim you are too precious for words! What a ham!!
Sandy // August 16, 2008 at 7:19 pm |
Congrats and welcome home! Dagim is gorgeous!
Chloe' // August 17, 2008 at 8:25 am |
Hello, Dag! I can’t wait to meet you.
I love the pictures Mom and Dad took of you. How do you like Indiapolis?
A big bear hug,
Aunt Chloe’
Natalie // August 19, 2008 at 7:36 am |
Your son is just gorgeous. I am so glad he is home!
Did you happen to get any pictures of the Fournet boy/girl twins…I imagine they were in the same home as your son???
Heather // August 19, 2008 at 10:48 am |
What a character! I am so happy to see all three of you made it home safe and sound. I have lots of questions for you considering that our babies are about the same age… how exciting! would you mind to email me :
henie@earthlink.net
Cheers & Blessings!
Heather & Chris
The Crippens // August 19, 2008 at 6:18 pm |
Congratulations to all. How wonderful that you have each other. Chris, I know Dag will enjoy your building skills when it comes to building forts out of couch cushions. Tim hasn’t forgotten all of your creative “child sitting” skills. Next trip to Columbus stop by Woodland Parkway and visit all of us. Herschel and Sally
Gema // August 21, 2008 at 2:35 pm |
Shasta, I’m so happy for you and Chris! He is a beautiful boy. When you mentioned “animated” that reminded me of Ethan when he was little. Even my dad said Ethan looked like a “cartoon character.” I still have that framed picture you took of him inside the brown paper bag
, do you remember that?
No doubt you will be a great mom. I know what it feels like when the love for your child is unexplainable…. enjoy those feelings and treasure them. Thanks for updating your site.