The girls have been doing well. I am sorry about not updating much. Facebook is so much easier for me. It's just point and click then post. We have applied for Social Security cards. The girls have seen the pediatrician and had blood work. Phoebe has hypothyroidism and just saw the Endocrinologist today. We will know by the end of the week what dose she should be on. Bella and Phoebe have appointments with the International Adoption Clinic, Down syndrome Clinic, Cardiologist and have been caught up on their shots. I am working on getting the paper work ready to register them for the Russian Consulate.
Phoebe is eating well and it seems like her bowel issue is under control. Her institutional behaviors are getting better as the days go by. Did I mention she gives the best hugs? Bella is eating well, but still cannot chew. We talked to our EI specialist Eileen today about things we could do to help that. Bella has changed a great deal from a little girl who just laid around to a little girl who is finding her voice. She also crawls all over the place.
I hope you enjoy the pics. They are wonderful. There are bumps along the road, but I feel almost guilty about how they just fit. I love all of you and thanks for everything. I will never forget what you have done for us.
Praising God for your beautiful family!
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www.TheAnnessaFamily.com
Thank you soo much for opening back up you site. I don't comment as often as I should but your family has been in my prayers since I found your page and will continue to be in my prayers. The girls look adorable, thank you for sharing photos!
ReplyDeleteMandy
Thanks for the update! I have been thinking about you and the girls.
ReplyDeleteThey're both so gorgeous! How blessed you are and how wonderful that they each have such an amazing group of professionals in their corner working to make sure they have the very best of the best.
ReplyDeleteGosh I love your girls. That picture of Bella just cracks me up. Can't wait for a big ol' Region 9 reunion one of these days!!! I'm not sure we'll be able to handle the cuteness!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the new pictures. They and you are doing so well.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure there are many struggles and days when it seems impossible but you manage to go on just fine. They are progressing and settling in. I cant imagine how you can get any negative comments. Some people can be so quick to judge.
Thanks for removing the overall block on your site. I can understand if you want to restrict some access but if you do, please leave a way for those of us who happily follow to request a password.
I am so happy to see you have your girls home! Your story is warming my heart! Please email me if you can find the time...jerryandjessica@hotmail.com... we are waiting to meet Jonas and would love to hear more about your experience!
ReplyDeleteHello from Reece's Rainbow! How are things going for you guys? And have you joined our After the Rainbow group yet? If not, please email me and I'll get you connected. Adoption is an amazing thing but it also brings its challenges! Sometimes it helps to talk to someone who has "been there". Please feel free to email me if you ever have questions or just need to talk.
ReplyDelete~Rachel Whitmire
Post-Adoption Care Coordinator
Reece's Rainbow Down Syndrome Adoption Ministry
www.reecesrainbow.org
Rachel@reecesrainbow.org
I can't tell you how much joy fills my heart every time I read your blog. Our family has been praying for Phoebe for over a year, and we are so excited to see her home with you and doing so well. And Bella is such a joy as well. Thank you for continuing to share pictures and updates of the two of them!
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