Priceless videos

I came across some videos of Daniel today that were taken by some amazing friends while he was still at the Care Center in Ethiopia. I never posted them at the time because I wasn't allowed to show them before he came home. And once he was home, well...I got a little busy.

Looking at a picture of Andrew and me for the first time:

Daniel's favorite mode of transportation at the care center:  a plastic chair.

Opening the package that we sent (a photo album, bear pajamas and one of Andrew's cars):

Yes, that's him. He had his head shaved that day and decided to accessorize with a stunning purple shirt.

Some first steps on his own:

And, of course, one of him doing what he does best--eating:

Jen, Kendell and Sarah--you are such fantastic women and we will be forever grateful for these amazing videos and glimpses into Daniel's life in Ethiopia.

GIVEAWAY!

I'm giving away a drugstore bag from:

Mixedbag Designs! 

Share this giveaway on FB and leave me a comment telling me that you did. :)  On Monday, Feb 20th, I will randomly choose one name and send you a mixedbag designs drugstore bag.  Please leave me a way to contact you in case you win or friend me on FB.



Check out their site! http://www.mixedbagdesigns.com/Spring-2012


If you're local, you can order from me and I'll deliver your items to you. If you live more than 15 miles from me, check out their online catalog. Order using my code (don't worry that it says 'Ethiopian Adoption Fundraiser. It's me.) and have your items delivered right to your doorstep. Jill Daniels at www.stitchessosweet.com and I are both taking orders.  Our id# is: 39362. (you will need that if ordering online)


These bags are great and will last for a looong time!
They make great gifts for Mother's Day, daycare providers, grandmas, and teachers (trust me on that last one. We'd much rather have a mixed bag than another apple mug)
They have ipad and iphone covers, laptop covers and huge beach bags. 

Why are you still reading this??? Go check them out!!!!

Manno's 1st gift

My wonderful friend, Barb, sent this gift home with Andrew yesterday.  I put it on our bookcase where I can see it from several places in the house. I love it.

The Reaction

I told the boys about Manno tonight. Here is their reaction:

Daniel's Family Day--Take 2

It's amazing to think that 2 years ago, Daniel, Andrew and I became a family of three.  

February, 2010

February, 2012

Our Family Day banner

Then and Now

Two years ago today, I finally got to hug this amazing little boy.

And now I get to spend every single day with him.

Mixedbag Designs!

And now for the fundraiser you've all been waiting for....

Mixedbag Designs! 

Check out their site! http://www.mixedbagdesigns.com/Spring-2012


If you're local, you can order from me and I'll deliver your items to you. If you live more than 15 miles from me, check out their online catalog. Order using my code (don't worry that it says 'Ethiopian Adoption Fundraiser. It's me.) and have your items delivered right to your doorstep. Jill Daniels at www.stitchessosweet.com and I are both taking orders.  Our id# is: 39362. (you will need that if ordering online)


These bags are great and will last for a looong time!
They make great gifts for Mother's Day, daycare providers, grandmas, and teachers (trust me on that last one. We'd much rather have a mixed bag than another apple mug)
They have ipad and iphone covers, laptop covers and huge beach bags. 

Why are you still reading this??? Go check them out!!!!