Well, we are about 4 and 1/2 months into our new life together. That statement is beyond crazy to me because it is NOT possible to imagine life without Junie Bug!! She fits into our family like a key in a keyhole. She has been one of us literally since our first day together in China! My little Junie Bug is so much more than a collection of adjectives, but just to reveal the tip of the iceberg . . . she is joyful, mischievous, easy going, sharp, loving, silly as all get out, deliciously cuddly, enthusiastic, curious, smart, playful, resilient, imaginative, and an absolute treasure! And she is mine!
The first couple of months home were incredibly wonderful and quite challenging. We all came home from China sick with various ailments. We were quickly thrown back into "normal life" with Little Miss getting back to school after missing 3 weeks, lots of doctors appointments, re-toddlerizing the house (oh the safety risks for a new 2 year old when plopped into your unfamiliar house), shifts of people meeting Junie Bug, household chores, partially returning to work, first social worker post placement visit at 24 days home, and all the rest! Oh, and did I mention that there was some adjustment happening in going from a family of one 4 year old girl who had her Mama all to herself for 4 years to a family where EVERYTHING (most of all the Mama) was to be shared with a non-English speaking 2 year old? Did I mention that? Amazingly, we got through those moments and have had a ton of fun along the way too!
Through it all, Little Miss and Junie Bug have been so connected. Watching them become sisters (which was miraculously instantaneous) has been fascinating, and it is a gift I will always treasure. They are 2 peas in a pod, soul sisters. Junie Bug MUST do, say, sing, play, eat, read everything she sees her big sis do. If Little Miss does it, it must be awesome, and therefore, it must be mimicked! And Little Miss has risen to the occasion as a big sister in every way. I am so proud of her! She is caring, kind, and nurturing to Junie Bug. These two daughters of mine have a deep, loving bond that is absolutely extraordinary to witness!
Now for a few pictures of the "Peas" in action . . .
I am head to toe oozing with love for these little girlies of mine!! My wildest dreams have come true!!
2 comments:
Hi, congratulations on your new daughter. My daughter Billi often ask about her time in Ethiopia. And lately she has been interested in the little baby she shared a crib with. I was wondering if your daughter would like to be pen pals with her old crib mate :-) If you guys are interested send me an email joshityler@msn.com
Thanks Jennifer - sounds great!! I sent you a private email.
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