Monday, May 25, 2009

Day 1 - Bonding - Afternoon



We got to go outside today for our afternoon visit. It was awesome :) They loved to slide, climb, seesaw, bounce, and swing. The weather is a little cooler than expected but it was still very nice. The kids are bundled up like it is 30 degrees but that is custom. It was in the high 60's. We are looking forward to day 2 of bonding!

20 comments:

C.Mac said...

How wonderful and exciting!! It brings back many memories and much emotion of 17 years ago--I know what you're feeling. You will have the time of your life--enjoy everything! Love, Christie

Joby and Marla said...

Love the smiles on each of their little faces. I know that they are soooo happy to meet you.


Kobe & I went to the beach today! We are hoping next year we can have a play date at the beach with ya'll. We can't wait!!!!!!

Joby and Marla said...

Jessica, your smile may be the biggest one in the update:)

Sandi said...

Oh my goodness, they are gorgeous. I am so happy for you guys. What beautiful children. I am in Almaty now finishing up my adoption and have followed your blog for a long time. I am just so happy for you.

Sandi

Unknown said...

I am so very happy for you and my, my,my, lookat those SMILES!! They are just beautiful! Have a wonderful time!! Love, Mom

Temple Post said...

Hey Chris and Jessica - CONGRATS!!! The babies are so precious and you look so happy with them. I got goose bumps reading that last line of your post. In that pic of you and Arina you guys look alike - too funny. I am so happy for you. We are headed your way (well Uralsk) on June 5th (Rusty's bday)...we got bumped back by a few days. Hope to run into you in Kaz! Talk soon!!! Temple = )

Baby Kaz Moore said...

Congratulations!! I just got back in country and checked your blog to learn that you're in Kaz. How awesome is that?! Your children are beautiful and obviously, verhappy! All the best to you, Susan

Angela said...

OMG! They are adorable! And my goodness, all the smiles. It's wonderful! I'm so happy for all of you! Can't wait to see more pics.

Angela

Jstar said...

What fantastic, bubbly pictures! So very excited for you guys.

Dean and Janie said...

Wow!!! Our hearts have melted...and sigh... :) They are so beautiful and happy. Many blessings to you guys today!!

The Gobble's (Lanetta) said...

Jess and Chris..

OH my gosh.. they even look happier with you there... precious!!!
They are so perfect!!! I can't even see... the tears are falling....
SO thrilled for you!!
Praying.. Praying.. Praying... for all details and everyhting involved!!!
You know how excited we are!!!
:-)
Write soon!!!

Lou Ann said...

They are just beautiful. Congratulations! Two years ago also on May 25th I met my beautiful Kazakh baby in Aktau. It's a wonderful Born To Me Day!!

I hope the rest of your bonding goes smoothly.

Lou Ann & Lexie too

Jennifer said...

All I can say is, "Wow!" :-) Your kiddos are so precious!

Carey and Norman said...

So excited to see posts from Karaganda! Your little ones are absolutely precious! They look so cute in their hats! Their smiles are so sweet and I'm sure they've melted your hearts already! Looking forward to reading more about your time together in Kazakhstan!

Lori @ Five of My Own said...

Congratulations a boy and a girl PERFECT! We are so happy for you.

John & Jenny Morgan said...

Congratulations! The kids are so cute and look so happy!

Heather and Dan said...

Congratulations Jessica and Chris!!! Your children look soooo happy!!! They are just as beautiful as I remember!!!!!!!

Becki Stone said...

Oh they are beautiful!!!!!!! Congrats! I'm so happy for you!! Huge hugs times two!

Anonymous said...

Your babies are beautiful!I am so happy and proud for you. You are now complete. God bless your new little family.

HelloHutson said...

Oh my goodness Jessica - your smile speaks volumes! So incredibly for you all.

Lilypie Waiting to adopt Ticker