Sunday, October 12, 2008

We have Jacob







It was a whirl wind of emotions and activity surrounding our meeting today. He was very attached to his foster mother and vice versa. She introduced him to us having him touch each one of our hands. It was hard for both of them to say goodbye. It was a very emotional morning. He has taken to Dave and at the momment wants nothing to do with me. But I am happy he is feeling safe with daddy and I don't think daddy minds to much either. Right now we are back at our hotel. Emily is playing mother hen and Jacob and daddy are playing with stacking cups eating fish crackers and fruity cheerios. I will post more later but here some pictures of our first meeting.

11 comments:

Valorie Leonard said...

Yeah! I am so excited to see photos of you together! Congratulations. I can't wait to hear how your first few days go. What a treat to follow along. Thanks for posting so quickly! Blessings!

Anonymous said...

Wow, phase one completed - must have been a very intense day for everyone. Great to see you and Dave with Jacob, finally. Keep the pictures and your words comining.

Love Brigid and Dave

karpio said...

It's wonderful to see your family together at last. Congrats to you all.
Love, Tom,Karrie,Brian & Sara

thecurryseven said...

Congratulations!! I love looking at the pictures of the newest member of your family.

Elizabeth (Holt)

Kath said...

You will remember this day for the rest of your life. What a precious little guy, we are so blessed to have him in the family! He was worth the long journey of patience time, and travel- as was our Emily.
Love Mom and Dad

CW said...

Manda wants to write to Emily:

Was it fun getting Jacob? Are you going to teach Jacob some words in our language? Are you having fun in Vietnam? I think its fun having a brother, now you have one too. What can he do? i can't wait for him to come over.

CW said...

Now its my turn,

He has been pulling all our heartstrings for awhile, He has no idea either how many people back home can't wait to get their arms around him. Hugs to you all! enjoy every moment ( I know you will)
CW

papapio said...

Great pictures,bet you guys are glad thats over. Can't wait for all of you to get back and we can see Jacob in person.

Zeke says HI WOOF WOOF

LOVE

MOM & DAD PIO

Our Family said...

Congratulations! At last! :) What wonderful pictures. Hope each day gets easier for your beautiful new son! Mary Li and Jim

Stevens Family said...

Awe, precious boy. That first day is such a whirlwind. Congratulations!! I'm so excited for you all. What a treat to experience all this with two other families you have corresponded with for so long. Have a wonderful time getting to know your son :)

Annette said...

Congratulations!!! We are so happy for you and so happy to see Jacob in your arms! We will continue to pray for a smooth transition for Jacob.

Blessings,
Annette