Since we just received our court decree we are finally able to post pictures of our daughter! From the moment we saw her face we knew she was meant to be our daughter, anyone who has adopted knows that feeling.
This was her referral picture (Dec)...her smile melted our hearts! We decided to keep her birth name Mawerdi, meaning "my flower", which couldn't have been more prefect for her and our family. Her birthday is the day our dossier ARRIVED in Ethiopia, it is kismet.
We received this updated picture in January. We couldn't help but notice how much she has grown and our arms continued to ache to hold her. Although we knew the orphanage is doing their best to care for this precious child, we were eager to bring our daughter into the family where she will be wrapped in endless love!
We received this picture of Mawerdi in February. We could be wrong but we think she might have put up a fist pump knowing that we would be soon arriving in Ethiopia. We couldn't help but again notice that she is getting older without us, but we are so thankful to know that we don't have to wait another day to be with our daughter.
Our daughter is from the amazing area of Dire Dawa, it has a very long and interesting history. Unfortunately due to how close Dire Dawa is to Somalia we were told NOT to visit. If we didn't have to think about our baby we might take that chance. However when she is older, and the area is a bit more peaceful, we plan to return and visiting this beautiful area!
We can't believe that we are FINALLY and OFFICIALLY her parents, welcome to the family Mawerdi!
Here is a picture of when we first met our daugther....
We received this picture of Mawerdi in February. We could be wrong but we think she might have put up a fist pump knowing that we would be soon arriving in Ethiopia. We couldn't help but again notice that she is getting older without us, but we are so thankful to know that we don't have to wait another day to be with our daughter.
Our daughter is from the amazing area of Dire Dawa, it has a very long and interesting history. Unfortunately due to how close Dire Dawa is to Somalia we were told NOT to visit. If we didn't have to think about our baby we might take that chance. However when she is older, and the area is a bit more peaceful, we plan to return and visiting this beautiful area!
We can't believe that we are FINALLY and OFFICIALLY her parents, welcome to the family Mawerdi!
Here is a picture of when we first met our daugther....
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| Our first family photo |
By adopting a child and helping them reach their potential, they help us reach ours. An adopted child is not an unwanted child; to the contrary. They are a child who was searched for, prayed for, cried for, begged for; received by arms that ached, making hearts full. Love is meant to be shared."
~ Author unknown
Tears in the coffee, but a smile on the face. So very thrilled that the courts have now confirmed what your heart already knew. Here's to family!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post. We have had those pictures hanging on our "Ethiopia and Uganda" board since you left for Ethiopia. I am so glad that you finally get to show that world how gorgeous she is. We have been praying for the three of you to process quickly and it looks like the many prayers that everyone said were heard and answered. I cannot wait to see her in person and give her a big hug. We love you guys and can't wait until we can all get together and talk about this amazing experience.
ReplyDeleteYeeeaaaah! So happy for you guys! She is lovely. Hopefully we will have our court decree soon too! Hope things are well in Ethiopia. I already miss it!
ReplyDeleteThese photos truly reflect Mawerdi's beautiful face and disposition as well as the happiness you all share. Congratulations on this very important and essential step! Soon you will be bringing that joy and beauty home!!
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