T, I've been following your blog for a long (long) time and I'm so excited that you have Eme safe at home. I'm sorry she is have a tough time grieving but like you said, things have to get better. She is so, so, so adorable and it is so fabulous to see her in your arms. Hang in there through the rough time!
Things WILL get better! Once you can get some rest life will be so much happier and more bearable! The Jet Lag really kicks your butt. I am sorry your precious girl is suffering so much. It is such an adjustment for those darling little ones to adjust. She is a survivor and with your and J's love and support she will be fine. Unfortunately it just takes time. I remember those days so well when we came home from China with our daughter. It at times was more than she could bear and my heart just broke as I felt so helpless. I just wanted to take away all the hurt but couldn't. Day by day it got better. Hang in there you will get through all of this!! Ellen
Long-time reader of your blog and have followed your very long wait and finally, your joyful trip to China to meet your daughter. No experience in this area, but I did want to let you know you have so many people thinking positive thoughts for you and your family. The look on your boys' faces as they play with their baby sister gives me goose bumps; I can really "feel the love." As her Mama, I know you'll do whatever you must to get Eme through this. I wish you and yours all the best, T.
Things WILL get better. I don't think anything prepares you to hit the ground running when you get back to 'normal' life. In China you could focus totally on Eme and she still had many familiar sounds and smells around her. Now of course the only familiar to her is you and J. and you are not that familiar to her. Plus now you cannot focus on Eme 100% of the time because you have to get on with life too. I actually felt awful when Hannah came home since I was so used to our orphanage visits where we just played. When she was home I remember thinking I seemed to spend so little time with her even though she was in the house with me!
It is so, so hard and you must also be horribly jet lagged as well. It will get easier, it really will.
Amazing children these little ones of ours. And like the petals of a flower, Emerson's beauty and personality will continue to unfold before your eyes. peace fm
I am so sorry the em's is having such a hard time...but when she gets through this she is going to love being the center of attention for her 3 handsome brothers.
Sending you good thoughts for all of you for peace and sleep.
xo mare
ps is J feeling any better? Gone to the doctor yet or is he waiting to give the parasites their own little names:)
LOVE the photos.. Emerson is one little doll.. and sorry to hear about her sadness..she just wants to make sure her wonderful family is staying with her.. Love ya girly..
Just read your whole post above but actually commented through facebook. She is SO beuatiful and I know in time she'll turn that corner and trust will slowly be built.
Love to all of you and I will be praying for you guys.
LOVE Emerson in her hat! Her eyes show what a sweet soul she is ~ things will calm down, but the jet lag is a killer ~ when you feel a bit better and rested, you will better be able to deal. Take care!!
The pic of her bros smiling and cooing at her had me misty eyed. She is the center of the household as it should be and she is soooo loved. She looks beautiful in a hat too! Keep on keeping on! Sending you +++ wishes!
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T, I've been following your blog for a long (long) time and I'm so excited that you have Eme safe at home. I'm sorry she is have a tough time grieving but like you said, things have to get better. She is so, so, so adorable and it is so fabulous to see her in your arms. Hang in there through the rough time!
Things WILL get better! Once you can get some rest life will be so much happier and more bearable! The Jet Lag really kicks your butt. I am sorry your precious girl is suffering so much. It is such an adjustment for those darling little ones to adjust. She is a survivor and with your and J's love and support she will be fine. Unfortunately it just takes time.
I remember those days so well when we came home from China with our daughter. It at times was more than she could bear and my heart just broke as I felt so helpless. I just wanted to take away all the hurt but couldn't. Day by day it got better. Hang in there you will get through all of this!!
Ellen
She is absolutely beautiful!! I love the smiles on the boys faces! What a priceless picture. So sorry she is having such a rough time right now.
She's beautiful. Your boys - look at those smiles. She's home.
Long-time reader of your blog and have followed your very long wait and finally, your joyful trip to China to meet your daughter. No experience in this area, but I did want to let you know you have so many people thinking positive thoughts for you and your family. The look on your boys' faces as they play with their baby sister gives me goose bumps; I can really "feel the love." As her Mama, I know you'll do whatever you must to get Eme through this. I wish you and yours all the best, T.
Things WILL get better. I don't think anything prepares you to hit the ground running when you get back to 'normal' life. In China you could focus totally on Eme and she still had many familiar sounds and smells around her. Now of course the only familiar to her is you and J. and you are not that familiar to her. Plus now you cannot focus on Eme 100% of the time because you have to get on with life too. I actually felt awful when Hannah came home since I was so used to our orphanage visits where we just played. When she was home I remember thinking I seemed to spend so little time with her even though she was in the house with me!
It is so, so hard and you must also be horribly jet lagged as well. It will get easier, it really will.
Thinking of you all.
Amazing children these little ones of ours.
And like the petals of a flower, Emerson's beauty and personality will continue to unfold before your eyes.
peace
fm
I am so sorry the em's is having such a hard time...but when she gets through this she is going to love being the center of attention for her 3 handsome brothers.
Sending you good thoughts for all of you for peace and sleep.
xo
mare
ps
is J feeling any better? Gone to the doctor yet or is he waiting to give the parasites their own little names:)
Bless her sweet heart.
I do have to say it looks like she's holding queen's court with those brothers of hers. They look impressed :0)
LOVE the photos..
Emerson is one little doll.. and sorry to hear about her sadness..she just wants to make sure her wonderful family is staying with her..
Love ya girly..
LOOOVE the pics but way love that tshirt she has on!! Thanks for sharing.
Just read your whole post above but actually commented through facebook. She is SO beuatiful and I know in time she'll turn that corner and trust will slowly be built.
Love to all of you and I will be praying for you guys.
LOVE Emerson in her hat! Her eyes show what a sweet soul she is ~ things will calm down, but the jet lag is a killer ~ when you feel a bit better and rested, you will better be able to deal. Take care!!
That picture of Emerson holding court with her three brothers was too.cute.
LOVE the pictures of Emerson with her brothers!! SHE IS A CUTTIE.
Sending hugs and prayers your way!
The pic of her bros smiling and cooing at her had me misty eyed. She is the center of the household as it should be and she is soooo loved. She looks beautiful in a hat too! Keep on keeping on! Sending you +++ wishes!
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