Monday, March 22, 2010

Busy Busy Busy

We have been home for four days now.  And we are on the go all of the time.  The boys are doing GREAT.  Each day gets a little better.  The first few days we had melt downs about every 30 minutes.  We were all very frustrated.  Nick and I are learning to choose our battles wisely.  The boys are so smart.  I am amazed at how quickly they are picking up English.

Sintayehu learned English in school.  He can read it and write it as well.  We are ordering books in Amharic, hoping that he might retain some of it.  He will try any food, and let you know if he doesn't like it with a very distinct icky face.

Dawit is a little mime around the house.  He repeats everything.  All he wants to eat is bread.  So we tell him to try one little bite and if he doesn't like it he can eat some bread with peanut butter and bananas (moos and dabo).  They love taking baths.  It is so funny to watch.

It is so nice to be home.  Our trip was not as expected and we decided not to post about it.  Too many problems and we are home with our boys and that's all that matters.

And now for some pictures.  I am hoping to put a montage together if I ever get a few minutes again :)

They boys met us at the van.

Our first family photo.

6 comments:

Hubbards said...

It is so great to see you all together!! I know you are enjoying each and every minute. Sorry you ran into more issues while there but so happy to see you all home with your kiddos!

Missy said...

Welcome Home! LOVE the family pic!!! Congrats!

Kindra said...

That picture literally brought tears to my eyes. LOOOOOOVE seeing you all together....and the smiles on Nick & your face....PRICELESS!! God is so faithful!!
Love you guys & thinking & praying for you constantly!!
Can't wait to see you guys & meet the boys.

Sarah said...

congrats u guys! what a sweet answer to prayer that too has brought joyful tears ;)

Jill Harris said...

amazing chapter of a very special family's adventure. privileged to be a witness to it all...xoxo

Julie said...

You all look so happy. I'm so glad you are home.

Julie