While there have been many firsts and amazing things about having Claire with us, what I have been most surprised about is her language development. Her receptive language is through the roof. It seems she understands everything we say to her. Her expressive language is coming along really well too and there have been times over the last couple of weeks where she surprised me by asking "Mamma may I have a hug?" and "Hi Mamma, how are you?"
We've been able to get Claire and Tai together over the last month. It's really sweet to see them together. Yesterday we took them to Build a Bear. It's really clear that Claire is happy to be able to see Tai. Here they are walking around the mall.
There have been several other firsts since Halloween.
First trip to Montana, first snow and first sledding trip all rolled up into one.
First time making snowflakes
The first wedding and dance
And the first visit to Santa.
We were reminded that it was a year ago today that we got approval from the Chinese Center for Adoption Affairs to move forward with Claire's adoption. How blessed we have been in the last year! We are amazed at what a perfect fit Claire is for our family and are thankful each day for her!
Wow... The photo of them with arms around each other. To be a fly on the wall the next century! These two are attached, no doubt. Thanks!
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