January 8th – Today marks 1 year with our boy! One year ago today, we walked into an orphanage in Ethiopia and laid eyes on Elijah for the first time. Literally years of this adoption journey had led up to this moment. He was precious. He was beautiful. He had no idea who we were or what was going on!
And here we are, a year later. So grown up. But still with your heartbreaker big brown eyes!
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In only one year, you’ve turned from a wobbly, pensive little baby, to a quirky, “ham” of a little boy.
-One who, after careful consideration, does things like name your new pet fish “Pizza.”
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We love you buddy. You were an answer to years of prayers when we got you, and you’re an answer to our prayers now.
You fill our family with giggles and snuggles, as you tell us daily “Uppy.” (up please).
You are dearly loved.
Happy Gotcha Day, Elijah.
Oh my goodness. Has it been a year already? Happy “Gotcha Day” to one and all. You all are a beautiful family.
precious as always – both Elijah and the entire family. God bless abundantly.
and WHAT A YEAR it’s been!!! Can’t imagine life without Elijah in it!