Our hearts are full. This is the best day of our lives.
We still need to unpack what we just experienced. All in all, it was more than we could have expected. Tegegne was shy at first, then we ate fruit snacks, then we played ball, then he started feeding us snacks, then he started wanted to come to us when he saw us from a distance, then we started tickling and laughing, then he started kissing us. Really phenomenal.
One word to describe him, Gentle.
This made me cry! We are SO excited for you guys! Congratulations!! :)
ReplyDeleteCONGRATULATIONS!!!!!! It's so cool seeing your dreams realized & your prayers answered...here's wishing all the best for you & your new family! -Jeremy
ReplyDeleteJessie just shared his picture with us. What a beautiful and fortunate boy. He is so cute! You two are so courageous, you are an inspiration! Congratulations and safe travels.
ReplyDeleteSo many congratulations! He looks like such a sweet little guy.
ReplyDeleteI can't quit crying!!!! i am so so so happy!!! There is so much joy on every one's face. I have never seen such joy on little T's face! Praise the Lord!
ReplyDeletemy heart is full.
ReplyDeleteuncle jer
Oh, I have tears right now- as I can only imagine how wonderful it must be to hold your child for the first time! We are waiting for our referral right now, too and also live in Mo.- Have followed your blog for a while now and am so happy for your family! Congratulations from the bottom of my heart! What a blessing!!! Erin Jay
ReplyDeleteBeautiful.
ReplyDeleteEveryone is together just as they should be.
God is the best match maker ever.
The pictures are so beautiful! Congratulations to you two!
ReplyDeleteThrough tears of joy, I see our son as a father for the first time, and my heart is SO full! CONGRATULATIONS Kristyn, Michael & Tegegne, and my your travels bring you home safely to us- your Dad and I wish your new family God's every blessing- enjoy parenthood as we have!
ReplyDeleteKristyn and Michael, I am so happy for the two of you! I cannot stop crying! You two are such an inspiration and Tegene is so lucky to have you for parents. I cannot wait for you to get back! Safe travels and congratulations!
ReplyDeleteTears of joy are streaming down my face. The photo of you kissing your son is one of the most beautiful I have ever seen. Congratulations, Jones family. I can not wait to see the three of you.
ReplyDeletewhat a great moment for you guys. love the fact that he is sleeping on dad already!
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I've been following the journey for a while now. What a handsome son you have, and what wonderful parents you two will make. Love the picture of him sleeping on Daddy.
ReplyDeletePraise God! You have him safely in your arms just where he is meant to be. Can't wait to meet the little guy and will pray that you all get back here safe and sound.
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWe are so happy for the three of you.
Thank you for sharing this with us all.
James and Nikki
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ReplyDelete(This is the best birthday ever, I'm a Gramma!!) Our love is with you all. Enjoy every moment with your little fellow in his world and then.... bring him on home. We will be there.
ReplyDeleteWe can always remember mom's best birthday present ever - a new grandson! Looks like you guys had a fun time getting acquainted & it's nice to see him laughing. Can't wait to (attempt to) build him a tree house (will need Gramma Debby's help for sure)- Glad you had a great day.
ReplyDeleteLove, Grandpa Ben
WOW! Amazing pictures! Congrats Mom & Dad! You're a family! I could not be happier!!!
ReplyDeleteAMAZING PICS! To see him laugh and you guys getting acquainted is truly awesome! Safe travels.
ReplyDeleteI am THRILLED for each of you - and for you as a family - what a beautiful, wonderful time! We love you all so much - and are so excited for you - and can't wait to meet sweet Tegegne. Love the photos of him with you - especially kissing mommy and sleeping on daddy!
ReplyDeleteAwesome!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm just so excited for the three of you! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteStill tear up remembering that day, and your pictures tell the wonderful story. Thanks for putting those up again. Happy Gotcha Day!!
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