Now that fall is here, we are out of "firsts" with Emma! This will be her second Halloween, her second trip to the pumpkin patch, second Thanksgiving, etc. You should have seen the look on her face when I explained that there will be another Christmas. She was shocked & then just danced around the room! You could just see the thoughts going through her head ~ "Holy Cow! Christmas AGAIN!!!"
It's kind of nice to be done with firsts - because I can really see her settling in even more and feeling more secure that we really are a "forever family".
Dear Lord, We have waited for so long for this child of choice. Bless us with an abundance of your love that we may be good parents, that we may create a home of blessing, that we may encourage Emma-Chu to the fullness of her potential. Bless our child, O God. Give Emma-Chu security in our family, the joy of laughter in our home, and the courage to face the challenges ahead. Let Emma-Chu know the love we feel so deeply for her, and let this love be a strength to confront the opportunities of life. Amen