The last 2 days have been an absolute whirlwind for us. We had been told originaly that we would fly to the Province where we would get Makaila on the 11th and then get her on the 12th. Saturday they informed us we would get her the next day (the 11th) instead!
Well the whirlwind did not stop us from getting our precious baby Makaila Mei. She is as adorable as we knew she would be when we first saw her picture. She did not fall in love with us immediatly as you will see in the video, but we sure love her. It is a good thing for the babies to cry when you first get them because that means they have attached to someone and they will be able to do it again.
Well, she has already attached to her new mommy and can't STAND to be without her. Daddy still has some work to do to win over her heart, but I have no doubt she will come arround. I'll just keep showering her with love.
I have thrown a video together of the highlights of the day's events with the real highlight being Makaila of course. Enjoy!
Lot's of love from the new family of four!
Dennis, Lisa, Makaila, and Callie.
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Congrats!!! We are all very happy for you.
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Well done, we loved the video Dennis you are the best....... I am glad that she cried so hard, that is a very good thing.
ReplyDeleteMakaila is just beautiful, and was meant to be a part of this family, Dennis I know that she will attach to you soon.
Love to the three of you, cant wait till you are home and we get to play with her....I think maybe you will be sick of seeing Daddy and I showing up at your house at 7am :)
Love and Kisses Mommy & Daddy xoxoxoxoxo
Loved the video - still trying to stop crying so I can type - tears of happiness. Great video, I can't wait to meet her. It won't be very long before she will be calling for both her Mommy and Daddy :)
ReplyDeleteLots of hugs and kisses from us
So I had to watch it from work and cried my eyes out she is absolutely adorable and I can't wait to get a chance to hold her and kiss her. Love you lots Aunt Donna.
ReplyDeleteCongrats from the girls at the OCA!
ReplyDeleteShe is so beautiful and I can't wait to meet her!! I also can't wait for the swelling around my eyes to go down! Finally.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Mommy Lisa and Daddy Dennis!!!
xoxoxo
Aunt Krissy
OOOOHHHH!!! Just so so happy for you! Tears and memories! We were just there what seems like yesterday. You look like a natural Lisa! Just keep breathing and "going with it". You will be in a groove before you know it! Her first smiles are precious!!
ReplyDeleteWe are so thrilled for you both. Lisa, you will treasure this video for ever. The three of us hovered over my computer and we were all crying tears of joy. It was so funny, everytime Dennis tried to get close she wailed again. She is absolutely adorable. God Bless the 3 of you. Now, enjoy every moment of every day as God has finally answered your prayers and brought the 3 of you together. May he grant you the wisdom to make wise choices for your precious daughter and give you the strength to protect her from all harm. Can't wait for you to get her home.
ReplyDeleteMy dear son and daughter in-law, I am so happy for you. It has been a long haul. She is so precious. Can not wait to hold her. Lisa, you are doing a great job with her. You can see she already trusts you and has bonded with you. Son, your turn will come when she loves and bonds with you also. Great pair of lungs.
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Lisa, it does my heart soo good to watch you with your precious daughter finally. She is simply beautiful and made just for you!
ReplyDeleteOur gotcha day one year ago today was filled with crying as well, we saw Lauren's smile for the first time 3 days later. Now, one year later she is bonded to us and things have gone better than we could have ever dreamed possible. As you said, crying IS a good thing! You both are naturals, you would never know your first time parents! Enjoy your time together and thanks again for keeping us posted!
Oh my gosh, Lisa. This video was so moving. Thank you so much for sharing this emotional journey. She is absolutely adorable and so precious. Have a safe trip back to the U.S. Will continue to look forward to your posts! Miss you. ~Allie
ReplyDeleteOh she is precious! Your video is wonderful. Congratulations! You have your daughter!!!
ReplyDeleteWOW! Congratulations, Mom & Dad! Our hearts are soaring with happiness & gratitude for your good fortune. Welcome, Makaila Mei!
ReplyDeleteLove, Mike & Kristi
Dear Dennis and Lisa:
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing this. It is sooo great that you are documenting all of this - Makaila Mei is very lucky and I'm sure she will be grateful to see this when she grows up. I am so moved by your journey. My thanks to your Aunt Donna for sharing this with me.
Mei Sei
Hello Hertzlers!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful gift you've given all of us by sharing your first day with Makaila! I have such a lump in my throat and many tears of joy for all of you. It was so good to see her smiling when you got back to the hotel. We know it will just get better and better every day! GIANT CONGRATULATIONS!!! Can't wait to see all of you back home in Bradenton! xoxox The Stasiowskis
P.S....We think Makaila has Dennis' hairline! =)
ReplyDeleteOk, it's 7/13/10 and I have to wait HOW LONG to see you 3? So glad that I have Skype, guess that will have to do for now.
ReplyDeleteLove you and miss you. xoxoxoxox
Oh my gosh! She is precious!! We are so happy for you. Can't wait to meet the little one!
ReplyDeleteLove, The Yergers
What a great video.We thought the video was out of focus until we realized we had to wipe tears from our eyes.Lisa, it looked so natural your holding and comforting her. Hope to see you all next winter and get to meet your new daughter. Love to the three of you.
ReplyDeleteLisa - you are such a natural mommy...I just love that about you! You make it look so easy :) Congrats again to you guys!
ReplyDeleteAHHHHH!!! So excited for you guys !! OMG! There she is. Enjoy every minute.
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