One year ago, I had some family out to visit for a football game.
One year ago today, my mom and I went shopping.
One year ago today, while in TJMaxx, Dan and I got a call from Brent, our caseworker with LDSFS.
One year ago today, I had tears streaming down my face in the middle of the store as Brent told us that there was a couple that was considering us to adopt their baby.
One year ago today, Dan and I learned about Johnny and Kaitlyn.
One year ago today, our lives changed forever.
I saw the number on my cell phone and knew it was Brent.
I was in the middle of showing my mom a coat I wanted.
Brent said Dan was on the line too and I knew instantly that it was good news.
I remember everything so precisely.
I remember Brent's voice so clearly.
He told us about Johnny and Kaitlyn - about how there was a baby on the way, due December 24, 2009.
I remember wishing December was the next day.
I remember going into the changing room with my mom and crying as I told her.
I remember her saying "this is it."
My mom grabbed a pack of onesies to celebrate - yellow and green because we didn't know if it was a boy or girl.
I remember rushing out of TJMaxx so Dan and I could email Johnny and Kaitlyn.
And so started the whirlwind.
A whirlwind I relive in my mind all. the. time.
A whirlwind that I LOVED every second of.
This year has FLOWN by.
I love adoption.
I love Johnny and Kaitlyn.
I love that I can't even think about all of this without crying happy tears.
I can't believe Dan and I are so lucky to have Drew.
He is spunky,
he is happy,
he is smart,
he is our forever family.
10 comments:
Ang! What a beautiful post! So well written and wonderfully expressed. Love it, and am so so happy for your forever family. XOXO.
what an awesom year you have had!!! It's been fun.
One year, holy cow time flies by fast. You completely brought tears to my eyes as I read your post, what sweet sweet words. I love that you love adoption, it's an amazing process. You definitely have a cutie on your hands. I love when you post and give updates of the family. I hope all is well for you guys. Have a great rest of the week!
I cannot believe it's been a year already! Wow! I couldn't be happier for you and Dan and Drew and your forever family!
So amazing. I love how you describe it. What an amazing story. We love you Drew!
LOVE LOVE LOVE this post! Don't you just love celebrating all these little anniversaries! I remember crying when you told me that K & J had chosen you. I love you and love that you chose this journey.
This is a beautiful post. It made me cry. What a lovely blessing Drew is to you and your Forever Family.
You made me tear up, what good memories. You are so blessed to have such a fun, sweet baby.
very sweet!
That is so beautifully written! What an awesome year!
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