Hello everyone. Just wanted to check in quickly while we're on vacation. The dossier made it to Uzbekistan! It was delivered on July 7th (3 days late) while we were enroute to the grandparents' house.
The kids are just loving their time being spoiled by the grandparents. The two day drive was a bit excessive, but in the end worth it. Our big secret about a new baby sister was leaked within the first ten minutes of our arrival. I believe the quote from Matthew to Grandmom was, "We have a secret. You can't tell Pop-pop. We are adopting a baby sister from Uzbekistan. When Mommy and Daddy fly on a plane, we'll stay with our friends in Dallas." My mom kept her poker face on and just nodded. While Matthew is known for his tall tales, Mom felt this one had an awful lot of details he couldn't have just made up on his own.
Sean was quick to tell Pop-pop during unloading, "Pop-pop, we're adopting a little sister from Uzbekistan!" Daddy called him away quickly to help with something else and my dad made no acknowledgement that he had even heard the original comment. When questioned about spilling the beans, Sean replied "BUT, Matthew already told Grandmom!" :)
The next morning we officially told them our secret - thinking they were oblivious to our sons' middle of the night ramblings. They did not show the correct level of surprise and admitted they started putting things together the night before. They are very happy for us! My mom said she was always a little sad that I wouldn't have the opportunity to raise a daughter. She couldn't be more thrilled that there will actually be a little girl in the family.
More vacation details to follow when I've got more time... it's almost time to tell the other half of the family. Can't wait to see their reactions! THIS time, we're not going to assume the kids can keep a secret!
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From Pop-pop:
Not completely computer illiterate, but close. However Google led me straight to your blog. Can not wait to show it to your Mom. Thanks again for the great visit and surprise. Be advised that your hand drawn rendition of our new granddaughter-to-be, which you taped alongside the pictures of our Grandsons, will hang there in our living room until a real picture of our newest family member arrives.
Awesome. When you bring your daughter home and visit PA, we'll have to celebrate with your MIL's beef tongue!
So what's next? Wait for a referral?
From your Second Mom (Kathy):
Always remember that you can't play "I've got a secret" with children...why? Because nothing is a secret to children. I too am looking forward to seeing pictures of your daughter. And if per chance we can coordinate visits to Dallas after her arrival how wonderful it will be to meet her in person.
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