Do not be afraid…your prayer has been heard. .. Luke 1:13 God has heard and answered our prayer. We picked up our sweet Miriam today. We had about an hour drive and then a short walk to the orphanage. They opened the gate and as I rounded the corner, my eyes went straight to Miriam. She ran over to me and all the kids followed her, but she got to me first. I knelt down and hugged her. I was carrying about 40 bananas so I put them down and picked her up. Then Joey got a chance to hold and hug her. Later, we will blog more about our time at the orphanage, so here is the condensed version. Miriam was sad and cried when we left, so I carried her out. She is so big and not used to being carried so when we got a little ways, I put her down to walk. Once we got in the car, we got out some lift the flap books and were able to entertain her for a while. She then sat on my lap for the rest of the trip. She left the car well. We have done a lot in our short time together…a shower, book reading, ipad playing, playing outside with a beach ball, a nap, and coloring. Thank you for all your prayers. Continue to pray for her as she adjusts to us especially tonight. We will update you again soon.
More importantly, here are some pictures of the day.
Kerry getting some first hugs from Miriam and being surrounded by the other kids.
Kerry walking with Miriam and leaving the ZAPE orphanage.
Here is Miriam playing a game of catch. Caleb will be happy to know that Miriam can already throw a curve ball.
Miriam with her drinky-drink – a Fanta!
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! God is so good. Love the pictures. So thankful for such a sweet first day for you all. Praying for the evening time and a good night's rest! Hugs to all THREE of you!
ReplyDeleteSo happy to see the pictures. Miriam's smile says more than a thousand words. We will continue to pray for adjustment. Thanks for keeping us posted. What an amazing journey!! To God be the glory!! Lots of love - The Ortiz family.
ReplyDeleteAhhhh ... yes, our prayers have been heard. She is just beautiful! Thank you for the update. We will continue to lift you up in prayer and hope everyone gets some rest tonight. Hugs from the west coast!
ReplyDeleteYay! It is definitely an exciting and long anticipated day and it is good to know she is with you now. Our morning prayers for you have been answered and we will pray for a restful and peaceful night. Take care sweet Davidsons!
ReplyDeleteI can't even believe that you are in the pictures with her! I am praying for you guys. I love you and miss you! Prayers have been answered! Can't wait to see more pictures and hear more stories.
ReplyDeleteShe is so beautiful. I am so sorry I missed the party to see you off. Will keep you in my prayers for traveling mercies and for Miriam's transition into the your loving family.
ReplyDeleteYeah! So cute.Sounds like she knows her Mama. Love and congratulations. Mom & Dad
ReplyDeleteOh so happy for Miriam to be joined with her parents! Your smile says it all Mama Kerry! Praying for all of you!
ReplyDeleteHope all is well with you all. Miriam is just beautiful!! Praying all goes well these next two weeks so you can get home quickly! Praying for God to give Miriam a deep love for her new family!
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