Last Visit, part 1

We had so many wonderful pictures and videos today, I get to torture you and make this a 4 part series. Trust me, though. You'll thank me in the end. These pictures are too good to let you see them all at once.

Today was our last visit with Wilson until we return for court. And, no, we don't know when that will be. I was a little anxious on the way to the orphanage knowing that today's goodbye would be harder. But once I saw Wilson, all the anxiety melted away and I just took each moment as it came. I savored every smile, every laugh, every kiss.

Wilson was feeling better today. We played with toys, played in the ball pit, slid down the slide. We had a great time.

One side note before you see the pictures. Another couple came in while we were there. They have already had court and today was the last day of the 10 day wait. They have seen their little boy everyday during that time. And you know what? He was miserable. He cried the whole time we were there. He wanted to go back to his groupa. The dad noticed Wilson and how happy he was and commented on how lucky we are that he is doing so well with us. And that's when it hit me. Wilson's magical extra chromosome gives him a peace like no ordinary child has. Wilson takes everything in stride. Did he ever get upset? Yes. Did he want to go back to his groupa? Yes. But he had peace that he was being cared for and loved. There's just something about that one extra chromosome. It's special! Wilson has so much to learn, but he will be teaching us so much more!