Today we picked up Brayden from the orphanage! We woke up early and were picked up in front of our apartment today at 10am by Tonya (our translator) and Vladamir (driver) and drove out to the orphanage for the LAST time (thank goodness). The weather here today was rainy, windy and about 45 degrees. The drive took about 2.5 hours... but it could have taken 5....we didn't care!
We were met by the orphanage doctor and she went over Brayden's daily schedule with us (napping times, eating times, types of food, etc.) while one of the nurses grabbed the clothes that we had brought to change him into it. After about 15 minutes, Brayden was brought in to the room (and not wearing purple :). This was a moment that both of us have been waiting for for a very long time.
We quickly snatched him up and headed back to our apartment here in the city of Moscow. On the way we made a "pit stop" to a grocery store to load up on the same foods that he is currently eating (this will prevent any issues this week until we get home). The visit to the store was amazing. He was so amazed at the new sights and sounds of normal life. For the past 10 months all he has seen are four white walls and the bars of a crib. We are able to see him experience new sights and sounds for the first time. It is great.
Next on the agenda is for him to receive him medical exam from the US Embassy. This is scheduled for tomorrow at 10:30am. We will keep you posted.
Brayden Heading Home (12 Hour Flight)!
Brayden and Mommy in Red Square!
Brayden and Daddy!
Brayden playing with Mommy!
"Gotcha Day" - 10/12/2009
New Family Photo - September 28, 2009
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HOORAY!!! "Gotcha Day"!!!! Soooooo Happy for you both. We Pray 'All IS WELL'. Much Love and Happy tears. Love you. G & G
ReplyDeleteThe pictures were great! You all look so happy and I am very happy for you. As someone who was adopted as a child I know what a difference Braydens new family will make in his life and what he will make in yours. My parents are long since passed but I know and believe in my heart that your true parents are those that raised you, cared for you, and love you unconditionally and its those feelings that stay with you and will carry Brayden through life feeling loved, connected and blessed!
ReplyDeleteLove the pics. can't wait to meet the litte man. congratz.
ReplyDeleteRalph Kris and The girls
Hey! Wow, I can't believe it has finally happened :) I am sooooo happy for you all and can't wait to meet the newest Wyllie, boy is he a handsome little man! Enjoy your long awaited time with Brayden and have a great trip home.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Gina
(and Benjamin)