Shauna here now...Scott and I are trading nap duty. First rule of parenting.....don't leave child on bed and turn around, or child end up on floor..Yes, my first mistake, but I wish I had a camera because he has not been walking or doing anything for us yet, just wants to be held and loved lots. So, within like a second and half of me changing him and him just playing trucks on his back, I turned around and instantly heard a thump....he had maneuvered himself up and over the front of the bed (quite a distance) so quickly it blows my mind. He is just hiding all of his abilities and playing coy with us, but now we are paranoid to leave his side for a second, even when he sleeps. Okay, on the the gooey stuff that Scott tried to write. He is just beautiful....he totally looks like Angelina Jolie with the longest eyelashes I have ever seen on a child. You'll understand when we post the pics. He has two perfect front teeth,and two bottom teeth, but I haven't felt around in there fully yet. He has this wonderful temperment when he is not crying.He is such a brave kid...he only screamed at the top of his lungs for two straight hours when we left the orphanage, but still managed to let us feed him dinner (Scott at least) and hang out on daddies lap and watch boy stuff on tele. Serious male bonding going on. He would cry any time I came near the two of them. Needless to say, I slept, Scott did not. He was a champion new daddy. This morning he took to me, or let me take care of him, and feed him at breakfast. At the ceremony, he waved at another little boy, and said da-da-da. He is doing so good with all of this new, scary stuff. Scott said to me before we fell asleep, "He is amazing."
Enough said...
more to come,
S and S
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11 comments:
Congratulations, you three. We are thrilled for you and are following your blog with delight. You will find your way on all the details of feeding and sleep and falling off beds. It's all part of the fun. Just relax and enjoy and know that babies are made of rubber. You are great, loving parents and he is one lucky boy! We look forward to tomorrow's news.
-Lou and Melinda Douros
PARTY OF THREE NOW...we are just soooo HAPPY for you! I just felt so warm and teary reading your gooey blog...
love,
Holly
Hi Mama and Papa Typical down hill style hucking off the bed. Brought back memories of our three doing the same. It was great to read your blog it gave us goose bumps really happy for you. Love The MacAnally's
Hey, Sup! CONGRATS!! You guys finally got someone to keep me company while I am over there. Make sure he can do a cutty in one month from now so we can train together. I cant imagine how it feels for you guys, it must be nuts!
Its been pretty fun reading your blog! great Idea. I showed the family and they liked to hear your there.
Oh can you get me a ninga turtle outfit while your there... mine broke.
speak soon and good luck with the rest of your trip and get that kid in AUS.
Amiel
Ps you think I can have a 90 min massage when I get there Showna.... thanks :)
For one of the very times in my life - I AM SPEECHLESS! So, staying true to that comment, all that needs be said is this is all how it's suppose to go - tricks, trials,and tons of love! He sounds beyond resilient - must be a FAMILY thing!
Love you,
Jami
The day has finally come! Congrats., and it sounds like you guys are adjusting just fine. I had to laugh about the falling off the bed because Sheyla had done the same thing at Mom's house.. yes, they sure do move fast! I can't wait to see the pictures, how big is he, etc?
You guys are going to be amazing parents.. thanks for keeping all of us posted on your journey!
love,
beth
ps... Nader says hello and congrats., as well.
Hi Mommy & Daddy! I am totally in tears right now. I am so happy for you guys. He sounds adorable. I love the male bonding. Kylie was the same way. She is daddy's girl. Something about our men. :) I am so glad to hear that everything is going so well. You guys will be home in no time. Love, Christina
I am sooooooooooo happy for you both. It definitely brought a tear to my eye reading about your journey. 'He is amazing'.... how sweet. I think that was the tear jerker for me! Congrats you guys.... it has been a long road, but i am sure so worth it now!
It's been so great to share this journey with you. Grandma can hardly wait to see him, hold him, rock him and all those gooey things. I'm soooo happy he's in your arms finally! I keep reading your blog over and over again and savoring every delightful scenario you have put out there for all to share. He's a very special boy with very special parents!
Shauna,
Your mom and I were talking and she encouraged me to share with you what I was telling her. After the many substitute "mommies" that have come and gone already in Zavier's life, it's to be expected that he will be more wary of you than he is of Scott. His relationship with you, his forever mommy, is the most important piece in his life, but of course he doesn't yet know that you are here to stay. He will be more careful about letting himself get close to you because so far, all those females that he needs so much have left him. His personality and experiences will be what drives the timetable for his trust of and attachment to you. Be patient and don't get discouraged. If he seems to show any rejection, it only because he is afraid of losing you. Remember that, for him right now, Scott is safer. It might be helpful for you to be the one who feeds him. It also helps if he gets little sweet treats just from you, especially when he makes eye contact. Lay him in your arms and as soon as he looks at your eyes, let him lick something sweet, then slip it away when he looks away. Make a game of it with lots of smiles, but make sure you are giving the treat - don't let him take it away from you and hold it himself. You can even do it with his bottle if he's not too hungry or doesn't get too frustrated. While we wouldn't normally let a little one suck a chocolate chip or a lollipop, in this case, it encourages him to see you as the provider of pleasure. Just like a mommy who gives breast milk that is sweet and warm, it helps him take the first steps to trusting you and recognizing you as the all-powerful caregiver that you will be to him. Above all, relax and know that you have lots of time to learn about each other. I have no doubt that you will do a great job of communicating your love to him.
-Melinda
Shauna,
Your mom and I were talking and she encouraged me to share with you what I was telling her. After the many substitute "mommies" that have come and gone already in Zavier's life, it's to be expected that he will be more wary of you than he is of Scott. His relationship with you, his forever mommy, is the most important piece in his life, but of course he doesn't yet know that you are here to stay. He will be more careful about letting himself get close to you because so far, all those females that he needs so much have left him. His personality and experiences will be what drives the timetable for his trust of and attachment to you. Be patient and don't get discouraged. If he seems to show any rejection, it only because he is afraid of losing you. Remember that, for him right now, Scott is safer. It might be helpful for you to be the one who feeds him. It also helps if he gets little sweet treats just from you, especially when he makes eye contact. Lay him in your arms and as soon as he looks at your eyes, let him lick something sweet, then slip it away when he looks away. Make a game of it with lots of smiles, but make sure you are giving the treat - don't let him take it away from you and hold it himself. You can even do it with his bottle if he's not too hungry or doesn't get too frustrated. While we wouldn't normally let a little one suck a chocolate chip or a lollipop, in this case, it encourages him to see you as the provider of pleasure. Just like a mommy who gives breast milk that is sweet and warm, it helps him take the first steps to trusting you and recognizing you as the all-powerful caregiver that you will be to him. Above all, relax and know that you have lots of time to learn about each other. I have no doubt that you will do a great job of communicating your love to him.
-Melinda
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