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!!
38 comments:
She is blossoming! You have two wonderful pretty little girls who adore each other... that is such a blessing. :)
Oh, I'm joining Lisa' BW Wednesday now, too, after seeing your BW photos here every week. So fun!
Oh, Wanda... one year ago today...as you held your sweet little flower Milana for the first time...I held my little Georgia for the first time too. Although we were miles apart my dear friend our hearts were still together in spirit as God revealed his love to us all a second time.
I will never ever forget the moment that our two families with our new babies were reunited in Beijing...wow, what a moment that was!!!
You have been by my side from the beginning my fellow "MAMA BEAR" and I cannot think of a better person to share this journey with.
Our four girls are amazing and GOD IS SO, SO GOOD.
Milana, my love I am so happy that you are part of our life and I love watching you bloom.
Wo Ai Ni
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What a beautiful post about your beautiful baby girl!
Happy one year anniversary to you all!
what a truly wonderful story and wonderful pictures, lovely
Beautiful photos and story! Tomorrow is our two year anniversary of referral day, amazing all the wait is gone and just lots of fun and love!
Alyzabeth's Mommy
She is stunning! Our youngest have been home for three years in September and the little, thin and very scared girl we met in China has blossomed in to a confident, happy and beautiful person. I agree...a year makes such a difference.
Erika B
Isn't it amazing to see the difference? What a sweet beauty she is~
I cannot believe it has been a year! I didn't realize I've 'known' you that long :)
Congrats on a year with your little beauty - and yes, she has bloomed so much!
Sooo beautiful!
Amazing too watch the beautiful blossoming, gorgeous shots Wanda...
Beautiful photos. I just found your blog while hopping other blogs and love what I see. Now following so I can see more!
what a sweet story and gorgeous photos.
Your photos are beautiful Wanda. It's hard to believe it's only been one year since Milana has been home. She has grown so much within a short period of time. I'm sure you feel as if she has always been with you. I feel the exact same way about my little boy.
Hugs...
Grace
Only one year? It's seems that Milana has been a part of your family forever! Happy Family Day!
Yes...a year has made a huge difference. What a sweetheart!
The year has flown by! Don't you wish sometimes that you could just slow that clock down a little bit? She's so precious....
YES, Daisy Dreams. I sure do!
:)
So cute and what a sweet post! :)
So beautiful...the pictures and the story of how your lives came to be. Blessings...
And what a BEAUTIFUL year it's been!!! Happy One Year, Milana!! It's amazing what a difference one year can make! So happy that you were finally able to bring home that little angel...at last!
Wonderful photos! I really mean that, and you are a beatiful family to!
Congratiulations to you, you sure look happy!
And you should be, such cute children!♥
Absolutely gorgeous Wanda! I love the family photo! These pictures are precious as always! I hope you are doing great my friend! Have a good day!
Mama Hen
Precious!! And yes...she has sure blossomed into a beautiful little girl...and before we know it they will be off...(crying to myself)
ohhhhhhhhhhh.....how clearly I remember following along with your journey and in so many ways it seems as if it was just yesterday. Yet in so many other ways, it would seem she has always graced your lives ( and ours through your lovely posts)....
Wanda, congratulations on one year of forever with your teeniest blessing. I know both your girls inspire, delight and bring such joy to you each day!
It has been such a pleasure to watch her grow and thrive this past year.....to be a tiny part of sharing in that joy and celebration....and discovery!
What a beauty she is and oh gosh....those black and white beach close ups of her stunning cherubic face just take my breath away!!
xoxo I've missed ya!!
What a sweet face that is thriving!
Keep smilin!
Happy Family day! Your pictures are just beautiful!!
And what a beautiful flower she is at that! Our children are little miracles aren't they? We are so blessed. Happy Forever family day my friend. I hope you did something special...
xoxo
B E A U T I F U L Mind
Touching In Verses
B E A U T I F U L Life
Sweetness In Pictures
Me Heart :)
this series is full of love and emotion.
What an incredible gift you have been given... I have loved watching Milana blossom (through your many gorgeous pictures and stories)and settle into her loving family life. Happy Family Day!!!! xoxo
Oh wow, I didn't realize it had only been a year, happy family day to all of you! Milana is so precious, I just could kiss those sweet little cheeks. No doubt they've received millions of kisses in this last year. :)
She is precious! Has it been a year already??
Has she ever blossomed??! I love that photo of her wearing the pink hat.
You live in Montreal!! Oh my - I didn't realize that - I gues I should have read your profile! I stumbled upon your blog just over a year ago when you were preparing to bring this girl home. Just today a number of parents and children from our adoption playgroup are on the train to Montreal, they do it every year and spend 3 days there together. I think there is a festival on at the moment? I didn't go because we just got back from vacation on Tuesday. Nove Scotia is amazing, I don't know how you left it!
Anyway, it's so nice to 'bump into' another canuck! :)
Jill
wow one year goes so fast. she is surely blossoming with your love and guidance. both your girls are so georgous.
Wanda I would love for you to be my featured artistic blogger for Monday. Please let me know if you are up to it. I would need it ready to post tomorrow night at 10:00 or so New York time. I would need one paragraph about you and your blog (like you see in the Nestwork) and a picture that represents you. E-mail me at mamaslittlenestwork@hotmail.com and let me know if you think you can do it. I would love for you to be featured my friend. You have such an amazing talent!
Mama Hen
These pictures are great! I will have to join in on one of these black and white wednesdays!
What a difference a year makes, INDEED! Look at that little beauty in all her glory safe in the arms of her family.
I can't wait to meet the girls (and Danny!) one day soon. I think we definitely need to do a road trip!
Missing you and can't wait to hear about the family reunion!!
xoxoxo
Dita
Wanda, congrats on your family. Your daughters are beautiful and you are an amazing mama. Thanks for sharing your story and lovely art and photos. From the Nestwork.
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