Wednesday, April 20, 2011

We met him!

Oh what a day! We got up early this morning to get ready for our big day. After breakfast and skyping with the kids, we headed out. when we got to the orphanage we were taken upstairs to the playroom. We took off our shoes and sat down. Just a few minutes passed before they brought Wilson in. He took my breath away. I just wasn't prepared for how beautiful our boy is. He has the most amazing blond hair. And his smile could light up a room. They helped him walk over to us and then he crawled up to me, hugged me and put his head on my shoulder. Oh, I almost cried.
Mike is the first man Wilson has ever seen, so he was cautious at first. He just kept looking at him trying to figure him out. But I haven't met a child yet who can resist Mike's charm. And it didn't take long for Wilson to give in to the temptation to play with his Papa.
We were told Wilson had been in the hospital with pneumonia. He is almost fully recovered, but they brought him from the hospital to meet us. He played ball with us, played the xylophone for us, gave us five, and even kissed us. He showed us how he waves "bye" when someone says "paka". His favorite thing to do was play with our phones. He would hold to phone to his ear and say, "Halloo" which is Russian for "hello", but you probably knew that. You didn't realize you already know some Russian, did you?
Have I mentioned he is precious? Ok, here's the proof!














Ok, upload speeds are very slow and we are exhausted, so that will have to hold you until tomorrow! Paka Paka!

24 comments:

  1. Oh Jamie,
    I am crying sweet tears of joy! LOVE the videos of you guys with him. He is absolutely precious. I was praying before I went to bed last night knowing that it was close to morning for you guys and for this fantastic day! Enjoy!

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  2. Oh, how beautiful this is. I am teary with happiness for you and him!!

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  3. THAT WAS AWESOME!!!! So excited! He is the most adorable blond Wooddell you've ever had.

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  4. HE IS BEAUTIFUL!! Precious precious treasure!! One more little boy coming home!!

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  5. He is beautiful. I love it how it is obvious you were meant to be...the Lord put that love in your hearts. Looks like a good time was had by all 3 of you :)

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  6. I am so excited for you. I would always look at his little picture and think how adorable he is. And am so happy that he has a wonderful family.

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  7. He's just adorable!! Congratulations!

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  8. Dear Wilson,

    I'm so happy you're going to be adopted. And I know you will grow up to be a strong handsome man and grow up having a wonderful family. I love you very much.

    Your cousin,
    Elena

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  9. I can't wait to see Wilson! He is very very cute. I like him cause he's kinda funny.

    Isaac

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  10. I like him! He's cute and I like how he bended. I like his eyes.

    Lydia

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  11. He's cute and I like his funny ways. He's going to be my cousin!!

    Daniel

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  12. Wilson, you're so cute and chubby and chubby and I can't wait to meet you!

    Maya

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  13. Hello you beautiful boy! Your Nealy and Pappy can't wait til we get to play with you, too! You will love playing Ride The Pony with Pappy -- all the grandkids do. You're coming home to a big family of huggers who will love on you to no end! Jamie and Mike, I am thrilled beyond belief for you. Thank you God for all our answered prayers!

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  14. He is just simply adorable. I replay the videos over and over, love to hear the laughter.....

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  15. he is so precious!!!! I love all the pics and video! glad you finally got to meet him!

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  16. Congratulations! He is adorable!!
    -Kathy Hansen

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  17. Wow! He is absolutely adorable!!
    Joy

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  18. So precious. He filled my heart so I can only imagine how full yours is. What a beautiful blessing.

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  19. What a cutie pie! He is adorable!!!! Congratulations!!

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  20. Oh my!! He is a DOLL!!! And what a happy little guy!! Congratulations!!

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  21. What amazes me about these children in these orphanages is how quick they are to show love and affection to people who are, while soon-to-be-their parents, in actuality complete strangers. He is so cute and these videos are heart-warming and serve to remind us why we are taking this difficult road!
    www.moveanymountian.blogspot.com

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  22. Woohoo! You finally got to meet him! What a wonderful time for you all! What a blessing that you all were so comfortable together. We can't wait until we get to meet him also. :)

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  23. He's so amazing! What a blessing! Thanks for sharing all the photos and videos. I can't wait til it's our turn to meet our boys.

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