Saturday, October 4, 2008

We have her!

The long-awaited moment arrived in a relatively interesting way. It took about 20 minutes from the time we completed the paperwork to actually seeing Eliana. There was some dispute I won't elaborate on right now, but when they finally brought her in she was very reluctant to go to us. there were a lot of tears and back and forth between the staff and us with her.

Finally, they said we should probably leave, so we all got in the van after a few pictures and they handed her to us, shut the door and we were off. Tears and all! She seemed to settle pretty quickly and actually fell asleep in April's arms.

We are off to get our family Visa picture now, so we'll add more later...

The bottom picture is after we got back to our room from shopping...







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11 comments:

Chelley said...

oh wow honey its amazing to see her in your arms

G and C said...

Oh Yeah, Yeah, Yeah! You have her!! She is perfect! Absolutely beautiful! Hey, that new Mommy is absolutely a knock out too! CONGRATULATIONS!!

Love you,
Cheri

Tami said...

I am not a night owl - but I AM an early bird! Couldn't wait to see that first picture!
Congrats!!!
Love,
Tami

Jewels of My Heart said...

Oh, what a beautiful, precious, beloved little one you are Eliana... welcome home.... into the arms of your Mama and Baba.
God has answered! Thank You Jesus!
April, your daughter is so beautiful like her Mama and seeing your togehter is sweeter than words........
Love you my friend.... I am so very happy for you! Thank God for answered prayers! The prayer you have spoken since a child.... to one day hold your baby in your arms.... He never forgot those prayers.... He was just waiting for His perfect timing.... the time it took to place your Eliana in your arms....
Sweet Dreams sweet family....
Love,
Daleea

Truly Blessed said...

Praise God in heaven, she's in her Mama's arms!

11 years of waiting and the wait is finally over. Isn't that amazing?

Look how long and thick her hair has gotten! You're going to have so much fun putting clips and barrettes in it!

Congratulations, dear friend. You have such a beautiful daughter (and we'd like to see some pictures of Daddy with his little angel, too!).

3 Little Monkeys said...

What a beautiful Mother~Daughter picture. : ) We are all rejoicing with you. She's an angel... Thanks for sharing this incredible journey with all of us...we love being a part of it. Keep those pictures coming! : )

Paula said...

Praise God, she is in your arms. What a beautiful picture of the two of you. The look on your face is priceless, you are so happy and content. I am all choked up with joy for you my friend.

Faith, Hope, and Love said...

Congratulations!!!! Eliana is so beautiful...just like her mommy! So happy to see her in your arms...and the three became one! Praise God!!!

Enjoy being a mommy! I can't wait to see more photos!!!

luv
me

Unknown said...

This is Grandee from Salt Lake...The pictures with the pink elephant are amazing. She is already imitating April's every move. What a sweet baby girl. All that you hoped and prayed for. Congratulations and a safe and speedy trip home...Love to all three of yoy from Gramps and Grandee

Joanne said...

Oh, I just realized what day it was and that you are in China!!! I caught up and now I just have to comment on what an angel your girl is! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! SHE IS JUST PRECIOUS!!!

Heather said...

Congratulations on your new daughter! She's beautiful!