Tuesday, July 10, 2007

Dom sweet dom

(Laura)
Well we finally made it home and have had a few days to start learning all kinds of new things. The flight was long and I felt really sorry for all those on the flight with us; particularly the stewardesses. Another couple we met who adopted a 2 1/2 year old girl had the seats right in front of ours so I know the people around us probably did not find all of their little squeals and tantrums as amusing as we did. Mine wore everything that was served to them and also confiscated anything that they felt anyone around us wasn't going to have. Victor made friend with the man across the isle as well as the one behind us and when ever there was anything he felt needed to be thrown away he simply pushed the help button on the seat arm. I wasn't very popular with them. Other than that and being very loud they did OK. On the last leg of the flight they made Vanya (3yr old) sit in a seat by himself and that was not a fun take off or landing for anyone. Having to sit across the isle form him with his arms in the air screaming "Mama, Mamaaaaa" was heartbreaking but I know it was for safety reasons so we endured.
We were extremely blessed to have friends of ours meet us at the airport along with Rob and Mayra. It was great to see them and be home again on American soil my 3 little miracles.

Since we have been home we have given them baths and scrubbed them down, visited the pool several times, gone ot Papa's office, and just hang out at the house exploring. The boys are adjusting OK and we have only had a few bumps in the road. Even with out knowing what it is they have discovered sibling rivalry. They have each been used to having us all to themselves and now that Rob is back at work there is only one of me and three little people wanting my constant attention.. Unfortunately the middle one seems to the one getting left out most of the time. Goes with the territory I suppose.

They boys are very busy and at time quite stubborn but all in all I am amazed, delighted and extremely grateful to have these little guys. We did find out they have another sibling younger than Vanya but we don't know anything more about what gender age etc.. We have officially closed the family circle however but we thought it would be nice to simply find out about the child in case any of the boys ever wanted to know. And if it was a girl hmmmmmmm. (Just kidding honey :))

I do miss all the people we met and the slower pace of life there but I'm sooooo happy to just be home and sleep in my own bed and take a shower where I don't have to hold onto the water source.

God knew what He was doing when He hose these guys for us. Way to go God! I am feeling so blessed and even though I don't get much sleep it's all worth it to see the smiles on the boys faces and to hear their laughter throughout the house.

More updates late on. Thanks to everyone who has made comments and such. Keep them coming, Even though we are now home doesn't mean we don't appreciate the blog comments (Hint Hint)

Many blessings to all!

7 comments:

Anonymous said...

Dear Laura and Rob,
Congratulations! to be now settling down into your life here in our country. Laura, you sound so at peace - you're right, God really does know what he is doing! Yeah God! We'll continue to lift you up in prayer as the boys now figure out how to interact with each other. I'll soon be on vacation for 10 days, and away from my computer, but please know that you'll be in my family's thoughts and prayers each day as your family continues your journey, growing together in the Lord's care. Wishing you all continued blessings,
Colleen

Anonymous said...

Congrats, Passanita family!! We are so glad that you are home. Wow, it must have been something, just following them around the first day home! We hope and pray for a good adjustment to your new lives...keep smiling!!!! Post a family photo! (hint, hint!) : ) (ha - in all of your spare time!!!!)
~The Henrys

Anonymous said...

Praising God with you! What a beautiful ending to the first chapter of this God called journey, looking forward to seeing God's power and glory at work in you both and your three beautiful boys (Blessings) as the chapters to this God story continues to unfold! I have been richly blessed by your journey! And Truly Stand in Awe of our God!
In Christ,
Tiffany Via

Anonymous said...

Congratulations! We are so very happy for your family! I imagine your life feels like it has gone into overdrive as you introduce your boys to America, but you can REST in the knowledge that God handpicked your family! God bless you all!
Robin Doucette
p.s. Do you know the Newberry's? I bet Art would be thrilled to see your little guys.

The Schweickerts said...

We are so happy you are home and cannot wait to meet your boys! I am tired but thrilled for you remembering all the first and the newness of EVERYTHING! God's grace is SUCH A BLESSING. He has called you and will equip you for every challenge. You are blessed and CHOSEN for such a time as this! May our Lord continue to be glorified in and through you as you parent together with HIM...the PERFECT parent from which ALL blessings flow.
Love,
Dave, Kathie, Elliott, Nicky & Ty

adoptedthree said...

Congratulations on your new family!
May you have a life of love, laughter and happiness together

Unknown said...

Laura & Rob,
Welcome home, now your family is together again! God has blessed you with three beautiful boys which we were so happy to meet on Saturday. Each day is a new wonder for them as they learn and grow under God's grace and your loving care. Take one day at a time...
Blessings,
Debbie & Dale