Today, we visited the Gladney Foster Care centers where Addis has lived for the last 6 months. The minute we walked in the door, his primary caregiver found him and stole him away for most of the morning. When he left, he was in an outfit we had brought for him, and when he returned, he was in traditional Ethiopian wear. It was a gift from his caregiver, and incredibly cute.
It was great to see him interact with her, because we learned so much about his personality by watching them play. The faces he makes, his sniffing obsession, and the way he crawls towards you when he is happy. Other caregivers in the house tried to take him from her, and she coaxed him back every time. He loved her very much, and he was obviously her favorite. (She is in the yellow coat in the picture.) When he was about 5 months old, we received a lot of pictures of Addis with her and we were able to give her copies of all of them. She was very grateful. We will always love her for loving our son so much.
We then went across the street to the older babies home where he has spent the last month or so. We met his caregiver there as well, maybe 19 or 20 years old, who still lives at the girls orphanage in town. She was wonderful as well, and both asked to receive pictures and updates on how he is doing.
After lunch, we had our Embassy appointment. Everything went as planned, and we should have our Visa by Friday if all continues to go well. As I type this, it is 7:30 and we are hearing him cry FOR REAL for the first time. He is in his bed, not wanting to go to sleep. Maybe it has finally worn off… We will see! Actually, 5 minutes in and he is asleep. Perfect…
When we get back, we will give a better play by play of the days. For now, this will have to do.
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Erin and Zach, our prayers are with you all every step of the way !
Janie and Mica
Look at those huge smiles! He is pretty precious!
So glad to hear another update. I'm happy that everything is going so well over there. A few people back here are telling me Addis looks like Peyton from the eyes down. Ha. And by the way, everday Peyton keeps asking when we are going to see "Laddis" and the planes. Can't wait to meet him in person! Praying for you guys.
It is fun to see your journey over there. Your son is adorable! Our children probably shared a room and played together. We are waiting on the twins...
Love the updates. Can't wait to see him!!
It is so awesome that you have been able to meet the ladies that have invested so much of their time and love in Addis. That will be something you'll remember forever!
We are so excited to read every update and see all the pictures. Keep them coming!
Dru got her new American Girl baby for her birthday and named her Baby Addis. Everyone is so excited... even the little ones!
I checked these pictures out on my BB on our way home from Tennessee today but HAD to come back and see them on the big screen when i got home. He is so adorable and obviously very loved. We can't wait to meet the little guy!
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