Friday, June 11, 2010

We passed!!!

Woohoo! We passed court today. I am so excited (and bit shocked) that Desta and Debritu are actually a part of our family. And while I am thrilled, I can't help but think of their Ethiopian family...how hard it must have been for them today, how they are feeling, how the girls are feeling. I am very aware that in the adoption triad (the birth family, the child(ren) and the adoptive family), the adoptive family is the only part that does not experience loss and grief from the adoption process.

The girls are already so loved and such a part of this crazy family. I'm excited to see what the future holds for all of us.

Here are a few pictures of our sweet daughters:
Desta and Debritu (in May)


Desta (in May)


Debritu (in June)


Desta and Debritu (in June)


We are hoping to have an US Embassy appointment in Addis on July 28. At that time the girls would get visas for their Ethiopian passports so that they can come to America. My mom and I will be traveling to bring them home while the boys (Scott, Jack and Logan) hold down the fort.
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29 comments:

  1. JocelynJune 11, 2010 at 8:40 PM

    Beautiful, beautiful girls!! So happy for you all:-)

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  2. CharityJune 11, 2010 at 8:46 PM

    Oh Congrats!!!! They are soooo beautiful. I am so glad I came over here tonight. What a wonderful surprise. Can't wait to see them come home.
    Thanks for sharing with us. Love it.
    -Charity

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  3. JDJune 11, 2010 at 8:56 PM

    Oh my word, Carey, they are stunningly beautiful, those eyes, those faces, oh be still my beating heart!! I'm SOOOOOOOOOOO thrilled for you, there aren't enough words!

    It's not lost on me how difficult and bittersweet this is for their birth family, and what an adjustment period it will be for the girls... do you think perhaps it will be somewhat easier of a transition because of the fact that they are twins and will have each other and have that sense of familiarity even though the changes?


    Congrats, mamma..... I can't wait to see them in your arms!

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  4. He & Me + 3June 11, 2010 at 8:58 PM

    OMGosh Carey! that is so awesome. I have missed seeing your in blogland.
    They are beautiful and their eyes are amazing. I can't wait until you get to bring your sweet girls home. Awesome!

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  5. Calmil2June 11, 2010 at 9:08 PM

    They are so beautiful!!! Congratulations!!
    Harmony

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  6. Heather at Mad Rose CreationsJune 11, 2010 at 9:25 PM

    Congratulations! The girls are so sweet. It will fantastic to see your whole family together.

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  7. giannaJune 11, 2010 at 9:38 PM

    OH, how Beautiful they are. Gorgeous! YEEHAW! I bet July can't come fast enough!

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  8. RuthanneJune 11, 2010 at 10:00 PM

    Carey!! They are BEAUTIFUL!!!! Can't wait to see your holding them both. :)

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  9. YaelJune 11, 2010 at 10:31 PM

    So beautiful!! So exciting- we are so happy for you guys!!

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  10. ~Together 2 Get Fit~June 11, 2010 at 10:57 PM

    Oh, Carey!!! They are just adorable, beautiful an precious. It is hard to think of their birth family...the choice they had to make...it is tough. But I rejoice with you, that God is placing them in your arms to tenderly love and guide. You are blessed!!! ♥♥

    Thanks for sharing their pictures...hoping the time goes by quickly for you!! Ethiopia here you come!!

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  11. Jessica RyanJune 12, 2010 at 2:11 AM

    Congratulations!!!! This is wonderful and so very exciting!

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  12. TinaJune 12, 2010 at 3:53 AM

    They are beautiful!

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  13. CharisaJune 12, 2010 at 4:44 AM

    Beautiful!!!! I know you can't wait to have your hands on them! :)

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  14. KristinJune 12, 2010 at 5:09 AM

    Carey...they are beautiful! I look forward to watching your travels!

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  15. DardiJune 12, 2010 at 6:20 AM

    Congratulations, Carey...I kept checking for pics yesterday! They are beautiful!!

    Dardi

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  16. NikkiJune 12, 2010 at 6:41 AM

    Oh, those eyes! They are absolutely gorgeous! :)

    -Nikki (paperchasing)

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  17. jen@odbtJune 12, 2010 at 7:21 AM

    They are beautiful! I'm so happy for you all.

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  18. GeorgeJune 12, 2010 at 7:21 AM

    Your girls are beautiful!!! Congratulations on the new additions to your lovely family!

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  19. CarmomJune 12, 2010 at 8:56 AM

    Congratulations! I am so happy for you and your family. What an exciting time for you all. Hope everything continues to proceed smoothly for you all!

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  20. MaureenJune 12, 2010 at 11:35 AM

    They are just GORGEOUS! So happy for you all...can't wait to see a complete family photo!

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  21. Waiting for LaurynJune 12, 2010 at 11:46 AM

    ahhhhh! Congratulations! this is thrilling news! When will you travel? They are just beautiful.
    Yahoo!

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  22. MimiJune 13, 2010 at 7:08 PM

    I am so thrilled to be able to see you beautiful girls. What an amazing time in your life. Congratulation!

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  23. LSHJune 13, 2010 at 9:39 PM

    Just saw your blog. How exciting!! They are so adorable. I'm so glad your Mom is going with you. That'll be perfect. Can't wait to hear more details. I'll call you this week.

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  24. MegJune 14, 2010 at 5:24 AM

    beauties!!! congrats!

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  25. foxyJune 14, 2010 at 8:18 AM

    Man, this made me smile SO BIG. :D

    They are ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL! Congratulations to ya'll, Carey. I'm so happy for you.

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  26. The H FamilyJune 15, 2010 at 4:59 AM

    Congratulations--such wonderful news!!

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  27. Tami (Pixeltrash)June 15, 2010 at 12:32 PM

    Awe, they are so cute! Congrats!

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  28. MollyJune 15, 2010 at 8:12 PM

    So, so sweet!! Congratulations!

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  29. Jill from Killeny GlenJune 17, 2010 at 10:33 AM

    Carey...I popped in today to SEE if all had gone well and IT DID! Oh, those photos!!!! What sweet, kissable cheeks and those brown eyes....swimmingly beautiful!!

    Congrats to you and your family!

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