Russia

Russia
We went to Yekaterinburg

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Nap Time

Well, we have made it. We made it through the paperwork, the courtroom, and the wait and Colby is ours. We brought him "home" with us yesterday. Not quite home, but home for the moment.

Yesterday was a whirlwind of activity and emotions. We had to get the adoption and birth certificates in the morning and then we went to get Colby. Yes, another crazy ride to Kamensk. I am thrilled that is all over. We dressed him up in his snowpants and winter coat, both a bit big but they will keep him very warm. He looked so cute in his hat and mittens too. Then we were off. One last ride back to Ekat and then Svetlana needs to start the paperwork for Colby's Russian passport. We will get that on Wed.

It was a sleepless night for both Mike and I. We both didn't want to shut our eyes, we were enjoying watching our little man sleep. But boy does he flop around in his sleep. I will be thrilled to have him in his crib. The three of us cannot share the same bed. Someone is likely to get kicked or headbutted out of bed.

Right now it is 2:30 PM on Wed 2/18. Mike is headed with Svetlana soon to get Colby's passport and the little man finally relaxed enough and fell asleep in my arms for his nap around 1:30. He's bound to wake up soon. I promise to write more soon, with the details everyone is dying for and yes, the photos too. It is hard to download photos using dial-up. In Moscow we should be high-speed. But for everyone reading, thank you for all the well wishes and warm thoughts. He is finally ours. Now 2 is 3!

12 comments:

Anonymous said...

Congratulations!!! How well I remember the roller coaster of emotions.....kind of makes me want to dive in again!!! Have a great rest of the trip. Can't wait to see pictures of him!
Jody Garber

Anonymous said...

Congrats.. can't wait to see pictures ..

Anonymous said...

What a beautiful time in your lives that you will both cheerish forever.You are now a mommy, enjoy ever moment with your son. congratulations!! Heidi (mom of 3 kids and 2 dogs)

Kim Abraham - Mom to the Fabulous Five! said...

A big congrats!!! We were grateful for the crib too. Our daughter is a very crazy (but thankfully sound) sleeper. I remember that first night waking up every five minutes just to look at her. It seems like yesterday. Enjoy these first days together, as hard as they may be in the moment, they make such sweet memories!

AdoptaMama said...

Congratulations Mama! You need to stay well -- you NEED to sleep. It only gets more exhausting from here.

Can't wait for pictures!

Laura said...

Finally - your dreams have been realized! Congratulations from the heart, Melissa and Mike. And big hugs to little Colby!

~Laura

Anonymous said...

We are SOOOO excited for you!! Enjoy every second - they fly by!

Love,
Jim, Liz, Kate + James

Nicole Brueck said...

YAY! You have your baby boy!!! I am so excited for you! Can't wait to see the pictures of your cutie and for you to get home. It's the home stretch...your almost home to start your new life!

Matt and Carla Morgan said...

We are so thrilled for you guys! Congratulations!!

cm

Unknown said...

Good job, Melissa & Mike-you did it! I can't wait to meet my new nephew!! Be safe, and try to sleep, Love, (Auntie) Kristin

Anonymous said...

congrats and welcome little colby! your patience and persistence to bring this little boy home!! enjoy!
Amy (PAP)

Anonymous said...

He is so handsome! Now the last chapter has ended and it is time to start a new one. Enjoy.