First visit

The night before the visit I was so excited and nervous so I didn't sleep much. All I could think about was how was the visit going to go...I just prayed and prayed that it would go very well. We had seen pics of T(the girl) and D(the boy) and it made this all so much more real. So how did the visit go???

It was amazing!! As soon as I saw them my heart melted. I really don't know the words to explain how I feel right now. They are absolutely adorable! T was shy for all of two minutes and D was a little more reserved for about 20 min. We played ball with them, watched them ride their horses, and they showed us all their toys. It was very cute. The aunt is really nice and I really like her. She is great with the kids and they are obviously bonded with her. T sang her ABC's for us as well as Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. We were there for about an hour and 20 min. When we were leaving the aunt asked if they wanted to give us a hug and they gave Andy and I a hug and kiss on the cheek. When we were walking down the drive away, the aunt was like oh you want to give them another hug? Both kids ran down to us and gave another hug and kiss. Seriously, I had to take in a huge breath so I wouldn't lose it in front of the caseworker and GAL. When I got in the car with Andy, the tears were flowing! We get to see them again on Saturday at the aunt's house and then starting next week we'll have visits with me, Andy and the kids.

During the visit, all I could think about was this is what we've been waiting and dreaming about for so long. I think we were both glowing and just floating on air after the visit. It was all we could talk about and think about as well as being excited about the next visit.

I also have to say that we are both so lucky to have such an amazing family and amazing friends that have been so supportive and caring during this long journey. We are both so blessed to be surrounded by so many people that have helped make the bumps in the road a little easier, prayed for us when we were struggling or just need a little extra help, and celebrated with us when we've finally reached a huge milestone. We won't ever be able to express how much all of this has meant to us! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!