I can hardly believe where we were 6 months ago today.
We had waited so long for Dahlia's little sister, her mei mei. And when I look at this picture of her in Daddy's arms for the first time, my heart hurts. For her. That poor sweet child was so tramatized.
We all were a little bit. Despite my attempt at trying to look happy and normal - Milana had shut down. And poor Dahlia wasn't far behind.
(and yes....that really is me in a........not black piece of clothing. I know, it's shocking. But I digress.)
Poor, sweet thing.
And now, just look at her - 6 months later.
I blew this one up 'cause I want to remember even the spittle drooling down her mouth. And her schnobbely nose.
I just love that face!
Milana has come so far and our family is so much richer and happier (and crazier) with her in it!
This is Milana (Banana) today!
Keep going, sweet one. You've only just begun.
How is it that God chose us to be your family? We don't know....but we thank Him for you.
We love you Milana!
Hi, I'm Wanda. I am a happy woman, wife to Danny for...oh....lots a years and finally Mom to THE most adorable little girl from Hunan, China - Dahlia. And now we have been blessed again with another daughter, Milana, from Zhejiang, China. (The 2 best things I've ever done!)
We live in the Montreal area. After a loooonnngg wait for Dahlia's little sister Milana (pronounced - Mee-lana, like banana), we finally brought her home in August 2009. Dahlia came to us in Nov 2004 (at 20 months of age)and a year later we began the application for another baby - at the time the waiting period was around 8 months. Almost 4 years later (say what!?!)we, at last, brought Milana home.
This began as the story of our journey to bring Milana home and life with her big sister, Dahlia. It now continues as we live as a family of four!
God.
My (growing) family.
Hangin' out with my girlies.
My wonderful friends (you know who you are!).
To laugh (out loud and a lot!).
Music.
Painting. Hugs.
Long chats with my buds.
My garden.
To read (ha...when I can!).
Sunshine.
Spring, Spring and more Spring.
Building things.
Cooking.
Decorating.
Parties (ahem).
The internet.
Life.
Movies. A.I.
Dancing with the stars.
So you think you can dance.
Travel. Umm..did I say laughing my head off.
Oh Gee...everything actually!!
16 comments:
6 months does make a difference. They are now both happy with their mom and dad. :)
Sweet, sweet, sweet! I love that last one, ooh the happiness in that smile! What a sweetheart. :)
oh poor sweetheart - the process really is all so difficult isn't it? All worth it as you can see by Milana's beautiful smile in that last photo!
She is a beauty :)
OH, that first photo of Milana just breaks my heart but the ones of her today...well, they melt it!
I LOVE the one you blew up. Milana's face is so incredibly expressive...she is a true beauty.
I laughed watching the Hawaiian Girl getup in this FRIGID temperature! What a doll.
Oh, and by the way.....you looked amazing in that blue....just gorgeous!
Happy 6 Month's Home Milana!
xoxox
Dita
Happy 6 months home!!! Isn't it amazing how quickly time goes by and how resilient these kids are? Your photos of Milana in her daddy's arms for the first time are heart breaking. They look very similar to the ones we have of Liam. Your pictures are proof that love and family are the key to raising wonderful children. The last photo is adorable of her with the tutu. Pure happiness!
Happy 6 Months together
she is georgous and looks very happy. It just goes to show you that you are doing a terrific job. She is very lucky ( and so are you)
Happy 6 Months!!
It is amazing to look back and see how that traumatized little girl has adjusted and fit so beautifully into your family. It is so evident that she is such a happy little girl:)
Whenever I see pictures of the first "Family Day" I can't help but feel so sorry for the babies...... As exciting as it is for us, the parents, you know that their whole world has been turned upsidedown, but you know in a matter of days, weeks, months......it is all going to change for the better.
These pictures of Milana are BEAUTIFUL...... I especially love the last one with the pink tutu.....SO SWEET!!!
xoxo,
Lisa
PS....Look at you in BLUE!!!
Aww, she looks so sad......but then you look at her now and she is so full of life and happy! It's amazing to see the transition and change in our kiddos!
BTW....here's a link to a blog that has TONS of helpful hints on blogs/changing codes, etc!
http://sneakymommablogdesign.blogspot.com/
What an adorable little! Congratulations on your anniversary!
Milana we love you and we love watching you bloom!!!
God bless you and your family
Congratulations
luv
me
What a lovely tribute to Milana. And what a beautiful child. Happy six-month anniversary to your family of four!! :)
Oh, it can't have been 6 mos. already....
6 months of beautiful family making and blossoming ~ for that's what I see in your photos and in each heartfelt post!
I feel so honored to have followed these past 6 plus months and absolutely cannot wait to see the next 6 plus with your lovely family!
Happy 6 mos. Mama!! Beautiful baby girl!!
It really is a miracle isn't it...how far they come(and us too!) I always tell people that. What a beauty she is, can't wait to see what the future holds for her!!!
I can't believe it's been 6 months already. Seems like yesterday and forever all at the same time!
I'm lovin' that last photo though. TU TU cute!!!
;)
Donna
Our Blog: Double Happiness!
Ho boy...that tutu pic is crazy sweet and beautiful. Congrats on your anniversary! She's looking fabulous!
M.
Happy six months! How so much changes so quickly in six months! What a beautiful post, and beautiful black and whites of Milana and great last shot, pure joy!
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