They are both doing great, considering their world has been turned completely upside down... but, the miracle of adoption, like the miracle of birth, is how quickly they bond and latch on. All of the kids are already playing and having fun together. Memere has been a lifesaver for us. And, we got through our first meal and now nap :-).
Here are some pictures of our first day together as a complete family (more photos in the two posts below this one):
I was so excited to get up this morning to find these wonderful photos!! It does look like the kids are bonding - they are so cute. I can't wait to meet them.
ReplyDeleteIts Amber here!! I feel like I have been waiting for this day too! Checking every day hoping to finally see a picture of the whole family!! It is a beautiful family and its seems like you are all doing so well. So happy and finally whole! I love it-- hang in there and come home soon so we can meet them!!
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Amazing!!! Your picture made my year. What an incredible story. The twins look so comfortable as 'Sharples' -- like they've always been part of the family - a complete sense of belonging.
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It's wonderful to see there's so much love in this world. You all look so beautiful and happy together. Have a safe journey home!
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The Sharples are complete! Amazing, wonderful, beautiful, LOVE at its best! these pictures made my day...now looking forward to sseing the gang live in the USA, until then enjoy your time and we'll keep tuning into to read about the Sharples adventures in Vietnam!
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Congratulations! It is good to see the boys again and looking so healthy and happy!
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The most wonderful day!! Everyone looks so happy!
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Beautiful. Your photos remind me of these words: "But now faith, hope, and love remain--these three. The greatest of these is love."
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Laura
I don't even know what to say! Karen and I are moved and elated for you all. The kids look terrific, like they've been with you since birth. Tell Yve she should start training them now while they're young because someday soon she's going to be REALLY outnumbered.
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I can not tell you how amazed and proud all of us are of you and your entire family. There are few opportunities to make such a pivotal difference in someone else's life, let alone two. Bless all of you.
ReplyDeleteBrian and Ken (Dad) here...we just got the news and saw the pictures...congratulations! Wow they look great and so glad to see that everything went so smoothly! Would love to get connected on gmail or skype. Any chance you can log on? Let us know! Would love to see some live video. Anyway, amazing...you guys must be so happy and we're very happy for you and anxious to meet the little guys. We are in Mexico at Punta Mita scoping out houses...in case you can't make it back to the states, we can all hang out here!
ReplyDeleteHello, came across your blog and brought back alot of memories. Was looking at your adoption pictures and was amazed to see a picture of Dr. Hong. She also helped us adopt in Vietnam in 2002. Do you have any contact information for her. The email I had for her at the time and phone numbers no longer work. We have visited Vietnam a few times since but next time want to organise a reunion. My email is brian@click2go.ie and would be very grateful if you would make contact.
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