We are extremely excited to announce that we have been chosen by a wonderful young woman named Kaitlin to be the adoptive parents of her baby. We exchanged e-mail for a couple of weeks before we were able to meet in person. We looked forward to each e-mail as if we were children waiting for Santa to come. Yet, on the other hand we wanted our responses to be Pulitzer prize worthy so we were nervous too. From the first e-mail we could tell that Kaitlin was a unique individual. She was very articulate in her writing and easy to get to know. When we met in person, we immediately felt welcomed by her and her entire family. After getting to know each other a little better over lunch we returned home. Amy was able to meet up with Kaitlin and her family again for some ice cream which was a lot of fun. A couple of weeks later we were invited to meet with Kaitlin and her family at the LDS office. They had requested to meet on the 20th (Amy's birthday) which was extremely thoughtful of them. Unfortunately, I was out of town with work so we met the next day. Amy is counting the 21st as her new "honorary" birthday. When they came in the room they had what was basically a miniature hot air balloon. It was so huge it wouldn't even fit in our car (okay, it's a Beetle so that doesn't mean much). Tied to the bottom of the balloon was a box filled with baby stuff. Before we opened that gift Kaitlin asked us to read a letter she had written us. As Amy and I both read the letter, strong emotions came over the both of us as we read that Kaitlin had put "dibbs" on us to adopt her child. The feeling in the room is one that I can't really explain, nor will ever forget. For the next hour we talked and got to know each other better. It was fun to hear what stood out about us and why Kaitlin picked us. We look forward to getting to know Kaitlin even better as well as welcoming her and her family into our lives. It's hard to describe this whole experience but we can say it has lifted our spirits and given us hope. We are truly blessed. We love you Kaitlin!!!
Sunday, May 30, 2010
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So, so excited for the two of you. You will be amazing parents!
SQUEAL! This is the best Monday news ever. Congrats, you two. Can't wait to hear all about it when we get home.
~Jenifer
And when is the due date?
And do you know if it's a boy or a girl? And yes, in case you were wondering, my goal is to leave as many comments as possible on one post. :)
I don't know Kaitlin, but I can tell she is amazing. Both her and her baby will be blessed to be part of your family. Many prayers have been answered.
We're so happy for you!! That is so amazing and you guys will be the best parents!
Rebecca
Kaitlin must be a very strong young woman. I am so happy for you two because I know you will be great parents. I hope her family knows how excited this extended family is to be in the baby's life.
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