This week in review!

We have had another good week and I am trying to find more time to catch up on things around the house! As you can see in the pictures, Audrey likes playing with dolls and mommy is very pleased with that! ;) I think I have mentioned what a good sleeper she is, but I don't think I have said how FAST she falls asleep, even with a sucker! I love that she sleeps so sound and LONG! On Friday we headed off to Dollywood in the Smokey Mountains which is really close to home. I sorta think Audrey thought we were back in China because there were so many people. I have not had her out in crowds or around a lot of loud events yet, although I know at some point she will be more exposed. I am trying real hard to ease her into more outdoor things. With two brothers, she'll catch on fast!

Audrey's first trip to Dollywood

Ice Cream with Friends

We are so in love!

Well, I have a couple of minutes again! My mom watched her for a while today

and it seems like everytime someone (mom) watches her they want to play and not nap!!!

That's ok because she usually just wants me for nap time anyway.

We are still in amazement with Audrey. We aren't sure what we have done to deserve this little girl, but we are so thankful she is ours. I have had her only 1 month and 4 days, but I will tell you I feel like I have always known her in my heart. I have had this empty feeling for several years, well since Ryan was born, that our family was not complete. I can honestly say God has completed our family. All the wondering and not knowing if we would ever have another child or even if we were supposed to have another child has finally ended and we are at such peace with Gods plan. We can now move forward with our lives and know that we are where we are supposed to be. I never thought I would have this kind of comfort, but God knows when, where and what we all need. You know how the old song goes, "He may not come when you want Him to, but he's always right on time"!

Cody is in Atlanta this week and I am headed out for ice cream with Ryan, Audrey and some friends! I will be posting prom pictures in the next little bit!

Sweet baby!

These are a few pictures I took today. We have been home with Audrey for almost 3 weeks. It really feels like I have always had her. She is so perfect for our family. Everyday I can just see how blessed we are to have her as our daughter.

I love my brother's Blackberry!!!
Another new toy, hum.. I like this!
A visit to Ryan's class, they all loved me and wanted to hold me.
My sweet baby!!!!

I know I haven't posted much at all since I returned home, but I hope to be back on track in a few more days! We are gearing up for an exciting few months. There is a lot going on around the house right now and it looks like we are going to be very busy!!! We only have a little over a month before Cody graduates and summer fun starts. We will keep everyone posted on some up and coming events!!!

Here are a few pictures

We're Home!!!!

I am excited to say we are HOME!!! I know I haven't posted since we got back, but we have all been so taken by Audrey, it's hard to find a moment and sneak away to the computer. She is a dream come true. We are so blessed by her and the joy she has brought to our lives. Her brothers adore her and she lights up when they come home from school each day. Anthony was beyond words the first time her saw her at the airport and she already has him wrapped around that little finger! I can't believe I became so emotional when we came through those gates, but it was so powerful the love that was waiting for us just a few steps away. We finally have our family complete. We are also so thankful for all the friends and family who came out that night to celebrate our home coming and everyone who brought food the next few days!

Audrey had her doctors appointment last Monday and the doctor said "we hit the jackpot" and boy did we ever!! She is as healthy as a horse. She sleeps through the night, she eats any and everything and she has the best personality. Audrey has bonded great. She is a happy baby and full of excitement. In all the months of waiting, I really never dreamed we would be so lucky to have such an incredible daughter. Adoption, just like child birth is truly a miracle from God!

I am on my laptop now and don't have access to photos, but I will add new ones very soon!