She definitely had had some insecurities in the last 4 months but, I would say after about 2 1/2 -3 months we saw some big progress. That is why we haven't done professional pictures of her until just recently. We tried earlier and we were able to get a decent picture for the adoption announcement but it was HARD! She was just still so insecure when going somewhere new & wanted me to hold her & not put her down. The picture in the top right corner was taken of her while I was holding her & I was cropped out thankfully. :)
She is now talking in English and putting 4-5 words together sometimes and it amazes me...she uses her manners and says "thank you mommy" every single time she needs to (without being reminded at all) and that is something I am still constantly working on with the boys even. She is just so thankful and sweet most of the time.
For any of you reading this and contemplating adoption....pray about it for your family but, I will tell you hands down it is one of the best things we have EVER DONE! Our lives are forever changed, for the better, by our Charlotte.
I am sitting here typing this with her asleep in my arms....yes I am spoiling her rotten! :) and I just can't get over how great our God is... to see how this 1 little girl out of thousands of orphans in China could not only have a loving home here in our little family but, that she would impact our lives and so many others for adoption ...I feel so blessed to be her mother.
Like I read somewhere recently...she might have been labeled "special needs" in China but, we just think she is "special!"
Sending you all much love!
Kendra
You can click on any of these photos to see them larger.
We went in search of buttercups but, didn't find many; they bloomed so early this year.
We have had fun introducing Charlotte to extended family members. This is mom & Charlotte with Uncle Leon & Aunt Alivene in Jackson, TN.
Charlotte & Drew
Charlotte met Aunt Ronnie (my moms sister)& just loved her & immediately felt comfortable
with her. I think the feeling was mutual. :)
The following are some of the first professional pictures we just had done of Charlotte. She did so well for the photographer! The photographer is Tammy Byars Holtman who lives in Florence, KY (Cincinnatti area) she grew up here (TN) and was coming back to visit family so it was a special treat for her to photograph Charlotte.
About Charlottes clothes: I may have gone a tad crazy over her clothes but, I am LOVING it! Alot of her clothes I get at consignment sales (my sister has a large local sale twice a year) and then Gymboree and Zulilly are favorites as well. Some of the brands I like (like Persnickety) are expensive but, I usually wait until the end of the season sale and purchase then. :)
My Favorite Brands for Girl Clothes:
For cute casual clothes:
Gymboree & Mis Tee V Us
For adorable outfits & dresses:
Swanky Baby Vintage
Red Thread Stitches Clothing
Persnikety
Flit & Flitter
Strasburg
Biscotti
What are YOUR favorite brands of clothing for girls?
3 comments:
Kendra So Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!! Glad she is doing so well. Mia is still struggling with trusting her mommy but I know this will pass in time. Love the dressed you have Charlotte in. Where did you find them????? Blessings Friend.
Thanks for the update. I've been wondering and praying about you all.
Oh she is getting so big, her hair is growing so well and she seems to be doing sooo good! It does take a while and that's ok! Esp for the older ones I think! It probably seems like she's been there forever to us, and we have to realize their world is still rocked with differences! You are doing an amazing job with her! You keep it up! We can already see the difference and OH MY GOODNESS at the clothes and pictures! I LOVE THEM!!!!
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