Just kidding.
We're all U.S. citizens now. Some of us grew more hair (some lost more). The flowers are out, spring has sprung, we have lost some family members (human and otherwise), and Aila's molars have begun to break through. Soon she'll be chewing the fat with her parents.
Why a new blog? Good question. We've settled in and found our gravity, and now we want to express that in a new (non-anonymous) blog. Life today is nothing like we thought it would be when we set up the other blog. We're different now, and we think the new blog will be a space where we can reflect that more.
Welcome.
Oh! - and here are some pictures underscoring the core of our last six months.
The day we met, 11/16/07 (9 1/2 months old):
Today, 5/24/08 (15 3/4 months old):
- Jen & Marshall aka CurlyMom & Dr. Dad
19 comments:
hey there. Welcome back. I have missed you.
I'm sorry you have had so much loss in your life lately. That is never easy for those left behind.
However, your precious lil one is getting so big-wow, cannot even believe the difference in her!
What a sweetie. :)
thanks for sharing!!!
Wow - look at all the beautiful hair! I can't believe how big she is getting!!!
We think about you guys a lot - I know it has been a rough six months.
Love always -
Julie
WooHoo!!!!
Much Love,
Us
LOOK AT HER! Wow! What a difference. Absolutely unbelieveable. She just needed a little mommy & daddy elixir to wipe that worry off of her face.
So glad to see your new blog and a new post. I missed you guys!
So sorry for your losses - truly.
All my best,
Angela
Are you sure that's the same little girl? Wow, it certainly looks like America agrees with her. She's absolutely gorgeous. I'm sure my Garrett would be giving her the goo-goo eyes.
Glad to see you you're continuing the blog--you guys are such great writers.
Karen
she is simply gorgeous. amazing what a difference the last 6 months has made for her - she was pretty to begin with, but now, WOW, look at her!! She is obviously happy and healthy and loving her forever family. congrats! can't wait to keep reading the updates! :) look at that smile!!
Wow!!! Look what love, attention, affection, and food can do to a little one!! What a sweetheart!
I'm so glad to see you posting.
I recognize the clothing - BabyStyle (I bought some dresses like that). Comfy!
I will now note your new blog address. I'm glad it's no longer anonymous because it was hard not to write any of your names sometimes.
Great update,
Eileen xxoo
OMG she is wearing the same outfit that Mieke was wearing when I first met her in Semey! Too funny. I notice that all the time in other Semey family's blogs - that the clothes the kids have on look so familiar.
Wow, don't they change so much so fast? She's gorgeous. I hope to meet her and they two of you at a Semey reunion soon.
Kristi and Mieke in Mexico
Those pictures are such an amazing contrast. I love how just plain joyful she is now!
I'm so sorry for all of your losses, and can see how a fresh blog start can be a good idea.
You are coming to Kazapalooza, right? We would love to meet you and get the munchkins together again.
Susan, Mitch, and Tyler
Hey you guys,
I am so happy to read an updated. My gosh how the pictures tell the story. She was beautiful when you met her but she is even more beautiful today. What gorgeous hair, and such a smile.
Hugs to you guys. Glad that you will continue to blog.
Sandi
She looks fab. Can't wait to see her in person.
So glad you are back - we have missed your updates but understood of course. Miss A is gorgeous as always. Love to you all, always.
OMG!!!! I cannot belive how much she has changed, awwwww! She is so adorable & her hair! :) So cute. ok, enough gushing :), glad to see you are back & can't wait to hear more.
Hugs-
Ann
She absolutely came to life with your love & attention...What a lively beauty!! Love to you all during this tumultuous time.
xoxo, Janet
I'm happy to see a new post, though I can certainly understand why there haven't been many updates lately. I look forward to seeing what this chapter of life holds for you guys. If the expression on your beautiful daughter's face is any indication, it must be good. The changes are amazing!
Much love,
Jen
My goodness she has grown and has sooo much hair! She's really a beautiful little girl!
What a beauty Aila is! Love that smile! I'll never forget seeing it for the first time!
Think of you often,
Shannon, Derick, and Asher
Her smile is adorable. What a cutie.
Aila is too cute. Missed you guys , hope to meet you soon.
Kamakshi and Aditya
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