Monday, June 9, 2008

Gotcha Day

Today was the happiest day of my life. Today went better than we could have ever imagined. She walked off of the elevator and yelled "mama"! She then ran over and gave us all BIG hugs. We have been playing non-stop and we all love her so much.
She sure is a tiny little thing but makes up for it in energy!
I will post more but when I have time but here are a few pictures.











16 comments:

Anonymous said...

Dear Stephanie,
Don't cry, we are doing that in Holland for you after seeing the pics and reading your story. This is so wonderful for you all! We wish you a beautiful time!

Rene, Mariska and Joelle, waiting for Yenthe (Wu Mkiao Fang)

Tao's Mommy said...

OMG Steph...CONGRATULAIONS MOMMY!!! I bet today seems like a dream to you. It went perfect!! Sydney is so happy and of course you are all glowing too. I cannot believe you got Cai Wen of the SWI to bring you Syd. I havent seen him in many pictures at all lately. Channing talked non-stop after we got off SKYPE this morning.

AGAIN, CONGRATS Steph!!! Being a MOMMY is the greatest gift in the world. Your little Wuzhou Wonder will make you laugh always....they are such a delight & PERFECT!!!

NGregory said...

I can't wait to meet her! I am so happy for the whole Dr. Raccasi family. Liz and I have her one more outfit so you need to bring her up to the office so we are able to meet her and give it to her directly! She's gorgeous and you two will be perfect for her! I was crying reading this!

Nicole Gregory * Liz Hussey

Anonymous said...

well, that looks like it couldn't have gone better! she is beautiful and i'm so happy with how happy everybody is! congratulations on your daughter!
love, amy

the Crists said...

Hello new family!
You are all probably sleeping now after such an exciting day. Sydney looks just beautiful and happy! These Wuzhou girls certainly have spunk, don't they! I was sorry to see that Ms. Li wasn't there - Molly has nice memories of her. Enjoy your time becoming a new family.
Tina and Molly

Anonymous said...

OMG, Stephanie...that picture of her exiting the elevator brought tears to my eyes! She is an absolute DOLL! I know it won't be for a while but we can't wait to meet her!!! Have fun at Disney!

Hugs,
Nina McElroy

Ladyblog said...

Awwww! How sweet, what a blessing! the pictures tell the whole story. Congratulations!

BigOrangeDog said...

I just discovered your blog about a week ago, and had to tell you CONGRATULATIONS!!! Your new family is beautiful, and I'm thrilled for you! Thanks for letting us follow your journey.

Jen

the Crists said...

Hi again-
Molly says Sydney looks very happy!! She is now sad that she only has one brother ): !! She also says she has "pretty" clothes. Hope things are going well. By the way, did Sydney bring a phone with her (a Barbie phone was given to Molly on Gotcha Day)?
Molly and Tina

Kristin said...

How wonderful!! I love the pictures of Sydney with the family---especially her big brothers and sister. I am so glad that it worked out to take your teens. What a great family experience!
Kristin
CCAI WC mom

John & Michelle said...

This is the best post I think I've ever read! The look of joy on her face has made my day! You all look so happy and you have lifted my spirits so much! The waiting is so hard and it really helps to see the joyful gotcha days!

Anonymous said...

Congratulations! She is really adorable, and it is good to see how happy you all are.

Mary said...

Syndey looks like she has been in your family since the very beginning! She has a smile to light up a room! Thank you so much for sharing your special day!

Mike and Barb said...

What a beautiful smile!!!!
Congratulations - this was a very special day for all of you, and I'm glad that her transition started on such a happy note :-))
Beautiful family!
Barb

The TIS crew said...

We all are so happy for you guys and we hope to see you all very soon! Your pictures look great and it's hard not to cry tears of happiness when we see them!

Love,
Lucy, Sarah, Mary, Janice, Doug, and Pat!

Unknown said...

Just linked over from AOK. Your daughter is an absolute doll! Congratulations!