Day Five...The Last Day

When we woke up this morning it was raining. Now all week it was sunny and nice outside, but today it was crappy outside. Kind of fit my mood. We were both pretty sad that this would be the last day for a few weeks. I cannot explain the feeling. The only real way to understand is if you have been here before.

We got to see Phoebe first. She was happy as usual. Laughing and playing with us like it was the best thing on Earth. This girl loves to be tickled and she loves to play like it's going out of style. Did I mention she loves her Daddy? After the visit was over today she did something she hasn't done before. The caregiver wanted to take her and Phoebe shook her head no. Be still my heart. Of course she eventually went with her, but it made us feel good to know she wanted to be with us.

After the visit was over we went to buy a couple gifts for the kids at home and went to the notary. We signed the papers saying we want to adopt the girls. Yes, I know it's not final until court.

After that we took our long trip to see Isabella. She was a whole different kiddo today. She played with both of us! Not just Mommy!! Isabella and Daddy had some play time today.This girl loves to pop bubbles. Isabella loves to play ball. She and Ethan will have a blast!!
All to soon her visit was over too. I hugged her tightly and told her I loved her. When they took her out of the room she waved goodbye. The assistant head doctor stopped and said last week she didn't smile, she didn't interact or show emotion. Now she is smiling, playing and even waving... I told you she was a work of art!!

We came back to the hotel after the 1 1/2 hour drive. We went out to eat. We met a couple that are missionaries in this city. He was from Australia and she was originally from Canada. They said a prayer for us. Thank you God for sending people just when we need them. Tomorrow we start our trek home to the states. Please pray for a safe return, that our girls will be safe while we are gone and that somehow the paperwork/money stuff gets done when it needs to be done. Thank you all for everything!!