Today was filled with lots of emotions. The court proceedings were a little intimidating, but Ryan did a wonderful job answering the judges and prosecutors questions. After he was questioned for about 45 minutes, I was able to stand and explain to the judge why I felt Anna was a good fit for our family and how I feel about her. I did shed some tears while speaking, but was able to pull myself together and finish all of the other questions without completely loosing it! I can't help but get emotional when I think how long a road it has been to finally have this day happen. For the last two years we have prayed and prepared and worked on endless amounts of papers to bring us to this point. The wait is finally over, we can now focus on taking care of this sweet baby who has gone the first 18 months of her life without the consistent love of a mommy and daddy. Wow, we can't wait to start catching her up on all the hugs and kisses she has gone without.
After court we came home and skyped with our families to tell them the good news. Later in the afternoon our facilitator and driver picked us up to go out and celebrate. We asked them to take us to a traditional Russian restaurant and order us typical Russian food. Be careful what you ask for, that was an experience:-) The first was a plate of raw fish which included caviar nested on top of boiled quail eggs. UMMM, this is not my idea of good food, but I did not want to disappoint, so I am proud to say I was the first to pound down the caviar and fish!! Ryan was very proud of me. I pretended I was on an episode of Survivor and had to eat it in order to stay in the game. With that over, the remaining dishes were much better (i.e. cooked!). We had a great time hanging out and laughing with them.
We are constantly amazed at how God has shown himself to us during this time. We are humbled and so grateful that He has chosen us to be the ones to raise Anna, what a gift of His love.
Celebrating and Praising Him!
Ryan and Amy
10 comments:
Yeah!!! I can't believe it is finally here! Thank you Lord for providing the safe travels, the wise words and articulation for Ryan and you at court! I will continue to pray for you both and little Anna! I can't wait to see pictures!!! Love ya, Rachael
Praise the Lord! So wonderful to wake up to the great news of your successful court date! Praying your 10 day wait goes smoothly & that you enjoy sweet bonding time with Anna.
heather & alan
www.russianblessings.wordpress.com
Praising God for you and with you!!! Can't wait to see pictures of your little princess!
Rejoicing with you that this day is here. YAHOO!! Praying for sweet bonding times while you wait the next 10 days.
The Thomas Family
Yipppeee!
Welcome Anna Yarbrough!!
Love checking your blog each day. Keep posting. We are praying for you.
Love,
Shanna and family
Rejoicing with you guys today!!! Congratulations! Can't wait to "meet" your sweet little princess once you're home!
Awesome!! The Hawkinson family was together last night praying for you guys at 6pm!! It is so awesome to see how God works. We can't wait to see pictures. So much love coming your way!! Amy H.
Congratulations Ryan and Amy! We are so happy for you. I can't wait to see pictures after your ten day wait. Praise God for this beautiful moment, a life changing moment for all of you. Love, Kara
WAAAHOOO!! What incredibly wonderful news! You two are awesome -- and your boys are doing great back home! Hugs, smooches, and more hugs to your Anna! We miss you.
So happy for you!
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