Wednesday, May 9, 2007

It's Official!

We did the final paperwork this morning! We are officially the parents of Emma Sinian Dennis!!! She didn't seem real pleased about the whole process. She had quite a conversation with the orphanage director. It involved a lot of crying and a lot of her turning her back on us. After we came back to the hotel, things were better. She tried out the swimming pool - liked it for about 5 minutes and then decided that she had enough. Bailey had a good time swimming. We took a walk to Victory Square - there are beautiful flowers and a really cool fountain. Everyone is napping now - I am thinking I should wake them up soon or no one will sleep tonight!
We all want to say hello to everyone. We appreciate all the notes/comments. It helps us feel connected to home. Bailey says she misses everyone - even Ben & Ethan!! Tell Jordanne that Emma is the one under the wild flower quilt!

9 comments:

Darla said...

Janice,
Congratulations!!!!

Hang in there, I know you've been thru this before I'm sure it will get easier for Emma. She's probably just so confused right now.. Your strength & love she will soon find & things will be much better...

Anonymous said...

Congratulations to the entire Dennis family! Bailey has waited so long for a sister. Her patience with Emma will certainly pay off! They'll be best friends in no time at all. I love the picture of them snuggled on the floor together. ;] Janice, you sound very strong and resilient. Just keep on keeping on. Emma will know you as her momma soon!
Praying for everyone,
Cindy

Anonymous said...

Wow! It sounds like a tough few days! Hang in there, Emma doesn't know how lucky she is to have you as a mom... yet.

Judi

jpreston said...

Janice,

Congratulations!

we are enjoying your travel blog.
Hope things are going okay today. We are excitied to have a new neice, can't wait to meet her!

Lov, John & Helen

Unknown said...

Hip, hip, hooray! So glad to see that little girl smiling again! Glad you are having a good trip, but know that you are missed - Rod has been moping around her for days! Just kidding - he's getting along fine, but I can tell they want you guys home. Be safe - you are still in our prayers . . .

Anonymous said...

Congrats! Thanks for keeping us updated. I look forward to coming to work and checking your blog every morning! Every day will continue to get better and better.
Safe travels,
Jan

Anonymous said...

Sister, hang tough..time is all her little heart needs. I know she will be proud to be a Dennis in the near future, how couldn't she be?! Bailey, Ben and Ethan will make sure she is well taken care of! We love you all and can't wait to see all of your shining faces...licky kisses.
Jenni
PS miss you mom..;o)

Evelyn said...

Congratulations! Hope things are getting better every day. I've really been enjoying your blog. Emma will soon fit into your family and be happy and well adjusted.

Evelyn

Melanie said...

Hoping all is well and getting better every day.

Love, M