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Old 12-10-2006, 10:04 PM
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Home 2 years

It doesn't seem possible that 2 years ago, on December 7 we were home with Jack. My entire family has been changed by this little boy and we all love him soo much. He is pure joy! We celebrated our family day by going to Build a Bear and out to dinner. It was so much fun.
I still check the forums regularly. I love seeing all the new families coming together here. I wish everyone a speedy process. I know how hard the wait is, especially at this time of year. I will always pray for everyone to get there children home as quickly as possible. Here are a few pictures of our journey.
My mom went with me for pick-up and my DH and 2DD met us at the airport. We had all just been in Guatemala visiting 3 weeks prior.One at 8 months. The others are just from our family day and a shot today of Jack and "the guys".(family day photos won't attach - I'll try to add those later)
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Old 12-10-2006, 10:24 PM
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Wonderful pics! It's nice to see the "after" pictures!
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Old 12-10-2006, 10:41 PM
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Thank you so much for your post. It really means a lot to those of us who are still in this long and sad process to see those of you who are home and who have made a "family." I can't wait for the day when I can be the one to encourage others who are waiting. I SO want to be on the other side of it. I am hoping our time is soon. So thank you....your son is beautiful and looks like such a joy. Children are such blessings and I have to just remind myself that the outcome will be Soooo worth all this pain!
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Old 12-11-2006, 08:24 AM
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Congratulations on your 2nd Family Day! Your son is adorable as are your daughters.
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Old 12-11-2006, 08:26 AM
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You have such a beautiful family!

Thanks so much for posting - I LOVE the stories of being home as a family - they remind me of what will come soon for all of us.
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Old 12-11-2006, 09:11 AM
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Time flies doesn't it! I remember when you were in process..he is a handsome fellow..Happy 2 year anniversary!
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Old 12-11-2006, 11:18 AM
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It sure does fly! I too remember him coming home! It is so great to see an update! Congratulations on your second Family Day!
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Old 12-11-2006, 11:28 AM
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What a cutie!!! You have a great family!!! Congrats on two years!!
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Old 12-11-2006, 11:48 AM
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Wow ur kid is such a darling. He is very lucky 2 b with you and vice versa. Time just flies with kids.. Wish everyone a faster union with their eagerly awaited kids.
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Old 12-11-2006, 11:55 AM
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I remember when you were waiting to bring him home--he is adorable! Thanks for updating us!

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Old 12-11-2006, 05:31 PM
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He is adorable!! Happy 2 Year Anniversary!!
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Old 12-11-2006, 06:15 PM
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He sure is handsome, thanks for sharing.
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Old 12-11-2006, 06:28 PM
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Thanks so much for sharing! I love to see the "after" pictures. He's a handsome little boy!
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