I can't believe it's been a full year since this little girl became ours forever. And what a fabulous year it has been! Our friend and fellow adoptive parent, Catherine sent us this picture of Valerie on her "Gotcha Day". This is a picture of her on June 5, 2008 in the Baby Home. Her groupa had been outside playing and this caregiver brought her in so we could change her clothes and take her with us forever. Valerie had no idea just how much her life was about to change. And to be quite honest, neither did we! In one year she has adapted beautifully to a new country, new home, new family, new language, and new foods. Her progress has been amazing! Looking at this picture brings back so many memories and emotions. I was head over heels in love with this baby at this time last year but over the past year that love has grown and grown. What would we ever do without her? We are so very blessed!
Here she is one year later, 7 inches taller, 10 lbs heavier, and full of personality. She is totally uncooperative about taking pictures, but so very cute!!
5 comments:
What a precious little girl! We love her and Blaine with all our hearts. Grama and Pa
I can't believe it has been a year either! Time has gone so fast! Her hair has grown so much. She is beautiful!
Congrats on your one year anniversary! Valerie has grown so much since we saw her last. What a beautiful girl. We need to get together soon.
It has been amazing and such a blessing to be able to watch your litle angel grow! You have been blessed with such beautiful children! Where does time go? Thanks for updating the blog!!!
Oh my goodness....7inches and 10lbs! That is amazing. She is so pretty...I LOVE LOVE the blonde hair and blue eyes. Precious! I'm so glad yall have her!
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