Sunday, August 23, 2009

So what has she been up to now

In true Russian form I came home to the most beautiful flowers from my Mother and sisters. You could smell them the minute you walked in. They are still perfect.


I now that I am trying to caught up on the details of my time in Moscow. But I also wanted to post some pictures of her now at home. We have just played all day long pretty much everyday. I have managed to get some sleep but I do feel it in my back from all the lifting up and bending over. She is too funny.

Anna is staying true to form and remains busy, busy, busy. Gerard says that she works like a squirrel. She takes one piece and walks it across the room then back for a second piece, when she is down she reverses the procedure.

By far her favorite toy is the leap pad barn that Amy recommended because little T really enjoyed it. I have spent hours on my kitchen floor singing and dancing with this toy with her. I NOW know all the words so she looks for me to sing along with the toy which I love. Great for bonding.

So here are a few pictures from her first days home.








18 comments:

Todd and Jana said...

She is adorable!!

Melissa said...

She is just so cute. I love all her dresses. Did you make any of them? What an exciting time for you and for her. I hope all is still going well and I can't wait to hear more!
Melissa

Rich and Jolynn said...

Hi Joy, Thanks for the pics. I especially love the ones of Anna with her Mommy! She is so cute and that smile is perfect.

Mandy @ The Party of 3 said...

Awww! She is soo cute:) Looks like she is loving all her toys! Great Pics!

Heidi said...

I enjoyed reading your post and knowing that you have been playing with her. She is so adorable. Thank you so much for sharing your stories and photos of her. Congratulations to you and your family. Yeah, you are a FAMILY!!!

Anonymous said...

She is just so cute and her little legs are adorable. I love all her girly clothes too. My little boy was delivered to our hotel room. I just can't imagine the feelings waiting at the train stop. The excitement and anxiety must've been killing you.

I'm so happy for you.

Katie

www.adventureswithaidan.org said...

Oh, Joy! You look sooooo happy! And, so does she!!! I can tell she is really doing well with you. She is absolutely precious. My prayers go out for it to continue on the good path for you all! Blessing!

Matt and Carla Morgan said...

Gerard's squirrel analogy cracked me up - and, perfectly describes Nicholas' play behavior! Love it.

You look so joyful in this pictures. I'm so thrilled she's home.

cm

Troy and Rachel said...

Joy - she is just adorable!! I'm so glad your journey is over and you have begun your next journey at home with your beautiful daughter!! Love the pics!

Lakeshore Cottage Living said...

I just love all of these pictures and everything you have written. It sounds like things are going really well...I am so happy for you!!!

Kristine

Adrienne, Another Ordinary Miracle said...

Awwww, I love seeing her and you in her room!! She is so precious. I love her dresses too, Joy! Such a precious little girl! I love Gerard's observations :) He is hilarious. Tell him I am still waiting for the picture of him with Anna :)

I am so happy everything is going well! Yea!

Jane and Jim said...

Sooo happy for you!
She looks great - she'll grow up so fast, enjoy it now..

Amy said...

Loving the pictures! So glad she's loving the fridge farm!! T still loves hers! I know G man hates to have pictures taken -- but do we get to see he & Anna together?

Looks like she's really settling in! Yea mom!

Suzi said...

She is adorable and looks so very happy and comfortable in your arms. I am so happy for you. I have been reading your blog for quite some time but do not remember ever posting a comment but I thought that today was very appropriate. Congrats on the precious little one!

Dede said...

She is so adorable. Glad to hear things are going well. When do we get to see the first official family photo?

Roger and Joanne said...

She is beautiful! What a sweet family you all are.

Suz said...

Oh Joy, I am just so happy for you. She is gorgeous and you (and she) look so happy.

I'm so glad you've got her home!!

Suz said...

"A sheep duck? That's silly!"

Cash has that farm toy too and he loves chunking it around. Boys! I've got all the songs memorized too :O)

It is just so good to see y'all at home, I can't stop saying it!