We know you have been waiting for a few days to see pictures of Daniel. We apologize for the delay but have been a little busy. I'm sure you can imagine.
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We can't wait to be back home and introduce everyone to him personally!
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Day Eleven: Casa Lanthana
With Daniel in our lives, we have a week to enjoy being with him and begin the attachment process.
We are staying the week at Casa Lanthana. It is a large, white home that has been converted into a bed and breakfast of sorts and caters to adoptions. Our main room is all white and shaped like an oval. One side of the wall is floor to ceiling windows, which permit a lot of natural light. We are furnished with a crib, high chair, and a wonderful staff eager to help.
Three French families are staying at the B&B and they all have at least one child. Daniel is fascinated with the other children. It is so fun to watch him observe them. Since, all three meals are provided for we get to see the other parents interact with their children. They all are great kids with a lot of energy.
Unfortunately, Claudia appears to be getting sick. Please pray for her. She may have caught what Daniel has since he is still a litte bit congested. Good news is he is feeling better.
The big event of the day was a quick walk to Baby Ganga, basically a smaller version of Babies/Toys R Us, to celebrate Daniel being 11 months old. Daniel enjoyed his ride in the Baby Bijorn harness. We have noticed, however, he becomes a little nervous when we are walking on the street. We think he may be nervous about another change.
We walked through the store letting Daniel play with stuffed animals and toys that make noise. It was cool watching him. He picked a small red fire truck that he seemed to like. Of course, we had to get it for him. We brought just a few things for him to play with because we didn't know what he would like. Apparently, he likes cars though.
He is eating well and already is gaining weight since we've had him. Like all children, there are some things he likes and some things he doesn't. He let's you know pretty quickly.
We have been so blessed by the many responses from family and friends since Gotcha Day. We can't wait to introduce Daniel to you as soon as possible. In the meantime, know that your thoughts, prayers and support are appreciated deeply.
We are staying the week at Casa Lanthana. It is a large, white home that has been converted into a bed and breakfast of sorts and caters to adoptions. Our main room is all white and shaped like an oval. One side of the wall is floor to ceiling windows, which permit a lot of natural light. We are furnished with a crib, high chair, and a wonderful staff eager to help.
Three French families are staying at the B&B and they all have at least one child. Daniel is fascinated with the other children. It is so fun to watch him observe them. Since, all three meals are provided for we get to see the other parents interact with their children. They all are great kids with a lot of energy.
Unfortunately, Claudia appears to be getting sick. Please pray for her. She may have caught what Daniel has since he is still a litte bit congested. Good news is he is feeling better.
The big event of the day was a quick walk to Baby Ganga, basically a smaller version of Babies/Toys R Us, to celebrate Daniel being 11 months old. Daniel enjoyed his ride in the Baby Bijorn harness. We have noticed, however, he becomes a little nervous when we are walking on the street. We think he may be nervous about another change.
We walked through the store letting Daniel play with stuffed animals and toys that make noise. It was cool watching him. He picked a small red fire truck that he seemed to like. Of course, we had to get it for him. We brought just a few things for him to play with because we didn't know what he would like. Apparently, he likes cars though.
He is eating well and already is gaining weight since we've had him. Like all children, there are some things he likes and some things he doesn't. He let's you know pretty quickly.
We have been so blessed by the many responses from family and friends since Gotcha Day. We can't wait to introduce Daniel to you as soon as possible. In the meantime, know that your thoughts, prayers and support are appreciated deeply.
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Day Ten: A New Day & New Life
We remain very thankful for this new chapter in our lives.
Daniel slept the entire night. We were told he typically wakes up at 5:30 for his first bottle.
He needs a few minutes after waking up but after that he is all smiles and giggles.
We gave him his first bath and thought he would enjoy it because we were told he liked to splash and play. Unfortunately, we must do things a little different because he wasn't too thrilled with the experience.
We took him for a walk around the block. I carried him in the Baby Bijorn contraption. Within a few minutes, he was asleep.
In the afternoon, we visited a clinic because he continues to have some respiratory issues following his bronchitis from a week ago. The good news is he is doing a lot better and doesn't need any medication or daily therapies (one of our concerns on Gotcha Day).
Daniel is very social and alert. He knows what is going on in his environment at all times. He is attaching to Claudia too. Several times when she went out of sight, he would get fussy. We take this as a good sign.
We spent several hours playing with Daniel in our room and in the lobby area of Lanthana. There are three couples from France who are finalizing their adoptions. Some couples have waited seven years to reach this point, which makes us feel all the more grateful.
Daniel loves watching the other children. He is so observant. Unfortunately the other children are a few years older. We know he would be in the middle of the cushion fight with the others if possible.
We know our way is different from what he is used to experiencing. Still, he has been such a trooper and very patient with his parents.
That's about all for now.
Daniel slept the entire night. We were told he typically wakes up at 5:30 for his first bottle.
He needs a few minutes after waking up but after that he is all smiles and giggles.
We gave him his first bath and thought he would enjoy it because we were told he liked to splash and play. Unfortunately, we must do things a little different because he wasn't too thrilled with the experience.
We took him for a walk around the block. I carried him in the Baby Bijorn contraption. Within a few minutes, he was asleep.
In the afternoon, we visited a clinic because he continues to have some respiratory issues following his bronchitis from a week ago. The good news is he is doing a lot better and doesn't need any medication or daily therapies (one of our concerns on Gotcha Day).
Daniel is very social and alert. He knows what is going on in his environment at all times. He is attaching to Claudia too. Several times when she went out of sight, he would get fussy. We take this as a good sign.
We spent several hours playing with Daniel in our room and in the lobby area of Lanthana. There are three couples from France who are finalizing their adoptions. Some couples have waited seven years to reach this point, which makes us feel all the more grateful.
Daniel loves watching the other children. He is so observant. Unfortunately the other children are a few years older. We know he would be in the middle of the cushion fight with the others if possible.
We know our way is different from what he is used to experiencing. Still, he has been such a trooper and very patient with his parents.
That's about all for now.
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