Mari'An- While we were eating tonight, in her broken English, she said, "Mommy, Daddy, Joshua, Kayleb, J'Dyn, Amelia, Nadia, Luke-- I love " TOOO CUTE!!!
I took all the girls dress shopping for the first time. We were semi successful and the girls were WOWED at the stores with all the clothes. Mari'An loves to be a princess and dress up in frills and necklaces. She has been truly a joy.
Luke- His comment this week was when Mari'An was speaking to him in AmHaric. He looked at her and said, "NO Amharic, speak English. " YEH!!! They are trying. He has been such a good little man. He is so smily and happy all the time. He is a bit quiet for the Gillmore home, but he will come out of that. :) He loves to snuggle and hug and tonight gave Dan a big kiss right on the lips and said, "Good night daddy. Love you." TOOO CUTE!!!!
Amelia- She is getting so much better at her whiney - ness. When she does not get what she wants, she is SOOO pouty. She is not screaming bloody murder any longer so there is progress. Her smile lights up a room and her laughter is wonderful. She is learning more words and repeats everything.
Nadia- This girl is crazy! She loves to laugh and tries to get everyone else to laugh too as well. She struts around the house like she owns the house and demands everyones attention. She loves to be held and if we don't she will find someone who will- anyone. Her ear infections took a toll on her sleeping but she is back sleeping thru the night. YEH!!
Josh- Wants to go to Africa again soon to get another sibling. We are not quite ready for that. :)
Kayleb- Loves to play with the kiddos and has been a huge help with things around the house.
J'Dyn- Loves her new sisters but cannot figure out why Nadia cries so much. She wants them to speak English and does not quite understand the 2 yr old thing.
OUr washer went out on Saturday and I went into panic mode. AH! Our friend, Jim clark, graciously came over and fixed it immediately. We are so grateful to him. The laundry piles up quickly.
Anyway, things are going better than expected. The kids are as precious as can be and have really been going with the flow of our family. We are waiting for the bomb to drop but I guess that can happen with any kid. :) Continued prayers for them as they get used to our family and become a Gillmore. YEH!!!
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That's so cute you took the girls dress shopping!!! What fun. I was wondering about the potty training? How's that going, also do the two smallest nap for you?? How are you guys (dan and cyndee) holding up to having four more bodies in your house, has it been stressful at all?? It looks like things are going wonderful, and we are all so happy for you guys!!!!
ReplyDeleteHey Gretchen! We did have a good time at the store. Not totally successful but a good time none the less. We are not focusing on potty training right now. Too much for her to take in and do not want to add another thing to the list. She wants to sit on the potty and goes when put there, so I think she will get it when we push her.
ReplyDeleteThe 2 little ones take naps- or at least lay down for a rest. That goes semi well and they are learning to at least stay in their bed. YEH!
We are doing well. I am thankful to be getting a full night sleep which helps physically. I can handle almost anything with a well rested and prayered up body. :)
They are really very good. We are blown away by them. As they get comfy around here, more normal little kid "trouble" will kick in. But, they seem to be doing great. I am very proud of them and the Lord has truly helped us with the adjustment thus far.
Thanks for your prayers and support. That is appreciated more than you know.