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05-24-2006, 03:24 PM
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Oh what a ride it's been!
Today is our six month family anniversary. A judge in Kemerovo decided on November 24, 2005 to make us a forever family!
These six months have been more stressful than I imagined...but as we hit this landmark - I realize just how worth it this has all been. We are having a cake tonight and the kids are making signs to hold during family pictures...they seem to understand the importance of this day. I got a card from Cole yesterday that said: "You are the best mom I've ever had. Thank you for adopting me! I love my family." Delaney uses our family as writing each day in her journal. I've been told she writes about her cool new brothers and all the great food she gets "in America"... Here are a few thoughts I have on my new babies! Cole is so intuitive. He wants to please very much...but just lately has come into his own and feels safe enough to "act like a fool" sometimes. He is incredibly FAST when running (I'm having dreams of olympic gold) and he is smart as a whip. His favorite thing to do is read or jump on the trampoline! What a blessing he has been. His toothless grin (will they EVER grow back in?) lights up our table and his silly voice (very strange emphasis in his language) cracks us all up. He's healthy as a horse - apart from bloody noses from time to time and eats ANYTHING we put in front of him. He really takes his time on school work and really, everything he does. He's still sitting at the table 20 minutes after we've all moved on...and he's STILL happy!!! Delaney is my little prima-donna! She wants to wear jewelry and dresses everyday if she could! She loves any and all attention and will sing and dance in store aisles to make me laugh. She has blossomed since being home...really - our first weeks together were full of tears and tempers...we've moved past that. She is still a pouty face, due mostly to big brothers picking on her. She is really picking things up in school. She can read and print very nicely. She takes directions and tries to "adapt" them to fit what she wants to do. She loves to give kisses - a million a day...and knows that those special kisses are just for us! She has a laugh that could make a villian smile and a voice that reminds me of youth! She says her favorite word is "mom" because I always answer (which may not actually be true...but I love that she believes it)! She'll do anything to watch TV...but tires of it quickly and plays outside non-stop! Rylie is blossoming into the big brother I grew up wishing I had. He certainly doesn't "cut" any breaks...but he is mostly fair and loving with both of them. He is a wonderful example to them both and even when he doesn't think I'm looking - he rubs their backs or tickles their feet. He is caring and compassionate and fiercely protective of them! I appreciate your indulgence while I share a few recent pics of all three of my treasures. Even on days where I wake up and feel lost - something, even something little happens that makes me feel found. And it almost always comes from one of these FANTASTICS!!!
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05-24-2006, 03:31 PM
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Congratulations! Your children are beautiful.
Vicki
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Mother of Alexander adopted from Stavropol region November 2003 visit my blog Life with Alexander the Great Russian Adoption International Adoption  
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05-24-2006, 03:55 PM
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how wonderful! Thank you for sharing about the kids and how wonderfully they are adjusting. Make sure you post pics. of the cake and signs. You have such beautiful children!
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Mom to Grace from Stavropol - Gotcha Day June 8 2005!!!
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05-24-2006, 06:07 PM
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they are beautiful kids and I know you are so proud! Congrats on making it thru the first six months... I only remember bits and pieces of that time (I think its like labor pains that you try to forget!) the next six will find it all totally coming together I'm sure of it!
Sounds like they are adjusting beautifully! alli 
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05-24-2006, 06:37 PM
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I have enjoyed following your story through the last six months. You've all come such a long way! Thanks for sharing a little piece of your family with us.
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Two boys (5 and 7) Feb 05 to Aug 06 unsuccessful in Russia August 06, changing countries (paperchasing) Oct 06 dossier sent to agency Nov 06 dossier made it through the Embassy, now it's on its way to Kaz!! Dec 06 dossier at the first Ministry (MFA) Jan 06 dossier now at second Ministry (MOE) One more to go.....that's the regional one Still hoping for LOI (letter of invitation) in Jan Jan 31---dossier still at MOE, no LOI in Jan  Feb 16--We know our region--Karaganda Kaz. Last step in the process--wait for LOI March 15 07--received LOI Left for Kaz March 21 Paperwork glitch but decided to stay while it was handled (hence the long time between leaving for trip and court) Court May22, 2007 
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05-24-2006, 06:45 PM
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Wow - six months already! How time flies! The pictures are great. I love the one of Delaney, especially!
Congrats to the whole family! Christina
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Christina Big Boy (b. 9/1/01 a. 11/16/04) Buttercup (b. 6/8/04 a. 11/16/04) Vladivostok, Russia Every life event presents an opportunity, a gift. You just need to look closely to find it.
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05-24-2006, 06:52 PM
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Congrats - you are a great family. The kids look great!
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A Mom No Longer Waiting! Tver, Russia - Oct 2003
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05-24-2006, 06:59 PM
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Thank you for sharing your special thoughts on each of your children. You are all so blessed to have each other!
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<>< <>< <>< <>< <>< Mommy to Marina Joy  Born: July 11, 2004 Adopted: July 6, 2005 Novokuznetsk, Russia <>< <>< <>< <>< <><
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05-24-2006, 11:23 PM
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So great to see the pictures and read the updates. All three of your children are just beautiful and I love their smiles. We just hit our 6 month home anniversary too!
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05-24-2006, 11:31 PM
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Congratulations to you and your family! I'm very much looking forward to meeting you soon!
Rayann
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03/05/05 - Submitted contract to agency 06/01/05 - Homestudy 10/07/05 - Dossier in Russia 10/27/05 to 11/05/05 Trip #1 04/01/06 to 4/10/06 Trip #2 04/03/06 - GOTCHA!!!! 04/10/06 - Home Forever Max (Age 8) and Nina (Age 6) adopted from Torosovo, Leningrad Region, Russia Samuel Michael (bio) joined the family on August 8, 2006 at 12:29pm weighing 5lbs, 5oz. www.rayannsblog.blogspot.com
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05-25-2006, 12:49 AM
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Kretz, what a wonderful celebration and update. I'm sitting here beaming just thinking of you all.
Just to clarify is Rylie the beauty standing in the kitchen and Cole the beauty standing in the store?? Is the camera playing tricks or are your two boys looking very alike? Delaney is looking fantastic, I love that top she's wearing.
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The Spanish Way:- Informative chat - 17th May 2004 Home with my Sweetheart - 8th December 2005  Was living here  Now we're here 
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05-25-2006, 03:58 AM
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YAY! Happy 6 months! As you know our "anniversary" is right there with you! I'm so glad things are going well. Sounds like all three kids are doing wonderfully!
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Karen Mom to Zack (4 year old bio) Sent in the application 2/15/05 GOTCHA! 11/22/05 Back at home 11/27/05 Welcome Katie!
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05-25-2006, 04:20 AM
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Kretz,
Thanks for the update. The kids look so happy and healthy!
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12/15/05 I-600A Filed 12/16/05 Application to Agency 12/22/05 Fingerprints 12/30/05 Home Study 03/06/06 Signed Contract with Agency 04/11/06 171 Approved 05/2006 Paper Chasing 06/2006 ...... still Paper Chasing (hey! I'm a newbie) 07/2006 Officially Waiting & Praying 10/2006 Got the Call - It's a BOY 12/7/2006 Trip 1 - KIROV 12/18/2006 Court 12/24/2006 HOME with Alek Forever
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05-25-2006, 05:02 AM
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Your love for you children shines thru with you post
What a beautiful post and even more beautiful children!
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Kendal adopted twin girls Sept '01 from Pskov adopted little boy April '05 from Pskov
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05-25-2006, 05:21 AM
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What sweeties they all are!!! Give them all hugs for me!
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Katrina, PROUD MOMMY OF 3!!!!!!
Mom to two boys, 8 and 5, adopted from Moscow, and
Mom to a 6 year old girl, adopted from Seoul.
Special needs mommy with experience with FAS, dyslexia, ADD, FAE, CP/spastic quadriplegia, global developmental delay, and so in love with my kids it hurts!
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