Caitlyn has finally arrived!
We have our newest addition. She is beautiful and is settling in very well. We have had her for about4 hours now, and she is snuggled on her ba ba's chest having a bottle. We had a few cries at first which were a little hard.
After we came back to the hotel we put a blanket on the ground and put a few toys on the floor. Emma went on the floor with Caitlyn and showed her how to play with the toy cups. Caitlyn (Zhen Zhen) loved it and we got our first smiles, to her jie jie. We gave her a first bottle, which she took immediately, and we have had no crys since.. Thanks to Emma we think.
We were thankful to Emma for making Caitlyn comfortable.
What a day. I can't believe that we have fulfilled our family....
Nai Nai has certainly paid her way already. We left Emma, Anjeleigh and Grace with Joanne this morning while we filled out paper work. Tomorrow she will take them while we take the babies to the notary and to the police station to finalize the adoption.
Thanks to all our friends whom we thought of today. Yuri... your nut mix was a God send while we ran around and had no time for lunch. Deb....Caitlyn looked amazing for her first family picture and Visa photo ... you'll love the results. Cheryl.. your stacking cups are a hit and provided the opportunity for sister bonding. WOW what an amazing moment, and worth all the struggles we have incured to date.
we are all teary today. a dream fulfilled. What gifts will tomorrow bring?
posted by Karen and Ryan Nash @ 3:51 a.m.
28 Comments:
Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!! Caitlyn is so cute!!!I am so glad the stacking cups are a hit. I was hoping they would be. You all look so happy and excited. It is so amazing to finnally see her in your arms. It brings back so many memories of just 5 monthes ago for us. I love her hair. Karen, the picture of you with Caitlyn's hand on your shoulder is made in dreams!
love Cheryl. Rob and Alyssa
Congratulations. Oh I waited along time for these photos. The photos are amazing. The one with you and Caitlyn reminds me so much of that wonderful photo when you first held Emma. The big sister photo is very lovely. I noticed that Caitlyn is looking up at you.
I do wish that I could have joined you, seeing Nai Nai in the pictures and all that she is doing, reminded me just of what I am missing.
Caitlyn sounds as if she has taken easily to her forever family - give Emma and Caitlyn a big hug and kiss from Grandma. Can't wait for you to get back. Love Mom
yipee!! We are so happy for all of you! Sending our love
The Eassie Clan
xoxoxoxxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxosxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxScott hopes you are all having a nice time and Devon can not believe how big 'baby' Emma is! He says that now he can only call her Emma now and her sister baby Caitlyn.
How wonderful and exciting for you all. The photos make the whole occasion real for all of us, I am thinking of you and so happy for you Karen and Ryan and of course Emma to have your family complete, it is truly amazing the journey you have all taken to finally hold Caitlyn in your arms. All so emotional and it does not seem anytime at all since we were waiting for the photos of Emma and now she is the big sister
Love Maureen and Peter
Is this thing on?
Congratulations guys!
Thanks so much for sharing all of the anticipation and excitement with us! She is absolutely gorgeous! We look forward to our girls all playing together soon!
Lots of love,
The Bakers
She is so sweet!! We are happy for you. We're dying for Colin and Jeanie to update their blog!!
Heather and Mike Davis
Caitlyn sure is a sweetie!! It was so exciting to see her little face looking back at us this morning. Congratulations to you both and to Emma too of course!
We hope your trip continues to go well. So great that Ryan's mom is there with you. I can just imagine how thrilled she must be with the new addition to your family.
Joan and Lorne Avery (Gracie's papa and grandma)
congrats guys ......what a beautiful baby girl you have. Meghan is so excited to meet her she says she wants to see her crawl and give her a kiss. Sarah just says baby baby but I know she would be excited if she understood she is getting a new friend. Safe journeys. we can't wait to meet your new bundle of love
Love the Sheehan's
Those are some cutes kids you have. Bill
Congratulations!! She is absolutely adorable. This is so exciting for you all. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your trip. Isn't technolgoy wonderful(when it works). Have a great trip and hugs and kisses to you all. Love Rosie and Mel
Congratulations and thank-you for sharing this special moment with us. What great photos - you all look so happy. Bifen was quite interested in the pictures and kept saying,"is this my baby"? We said "Well no but soon honey". Take care and hope you have a good trip home,
Loreen, Ken and Bifen
OK we need lots more photos!
Its wonderful to see you all so happy after such a long wait. We can't wait to have you home with Caitlyn (and Emma of course). Emma looks very grown up next to Caitlyn, she must be very excited.
love Dad
I am up, can't sleep, it is 5:30am on Tuesday morning. I have been on Colin & Jeannies blog, Oh here comes Dad oh excitement, I believe there is a PHONE CALL. Love Mom.
Ryan, Karen, Emma & Joanne
Congratulations to all!
I'm so happy to be able to follow the events of Caitlyn's first moments with you. Joanne you must be estatic!! I look forward to hearing all about it when you return. Enjoy your time & the sunshine.
Lots of hugs
Betty Ann
Congratulations, the four of you make a beautiful family, how fortunate your daughters are to have such wonderful parents like you guys!:)
Hello!
Congratulations from everyone in the computer room here in Punta Cana! She is absolutely beautiful and we can't wait to see you all and meet Caitlyn in person. Emma - your fairy god mother Scott says hello! Love, Diane & Scott xoxo
Let Joanne know we're all keeping close watch on the blog at St. Joes. Caitlyn's newest pic has replaced the picture of the car on our desktop. She's beautiful, you all look great. Lisa and the gang.
Yeah!! You all look so happy. Top ofd the world...just gives me chills and tears and all! Can't wait to hold Caitlyn and big kisses for Emma. We miss you all, but cherish that time in China wow that country has blessed you twice now. Congratulations and see you soon.
Love Deb xoxoxoxo
Oh you guys....she is beautiful!!! Congrats! Enjoy your time there and I look forward to meeting her when you guys get home!!!
Rhonda
I'm going to add my name to the list of congratulations you're getting.
Marie-Helene and I are very happy for you both (and Emma).
Big Bro...
Deb said I would need kleenex for this and Boo-hoo I do, but tears of joy for sure! Can't wait to meet your second daughter and the girls together.
So happy for you all, Karen, Ryan, Emma & Caityln.
Love,
your friend,
Kelly.K.
Ryan, Karen and Emma - Congratulations on the new addition! What a wonderful way to end 2006! Hope your trip is safe and filled with joy.
Bring little Ms. Caitlyn by the office to visit soon!
Elena
We are so happy for you guys, Thanks so much allowing us to share this special time with you and your family.
Can't wait to meet Caitlyn!!!!
Jason, Suzanne, Isabella and Joey
Cameron and Joshua have dibs on your daughters. You better buy a shotgun. Bill
Caitlyn looks just like you Ryan!
I hope she remembered to wish her Daddy a Happy Birthday!!!
Happy 35th Ryan, and congratulations to you, Karen, Emma and the rest of your family on your new beautiful addition to your family. We will have to have some fruit flavoured CIDERS when you get back!!! Remember??
All the best, see you next week.
Love, the Eassie clan
Congratulations Emma! You got a cute sister finally. Caitlyn is so adorable. I miss you guys so much. I can't wait to hold Caitlyn in my arms. Have a memorable time in China. See you guys :)
Sincerely,
Sue
Congratulations you guys. This was a great idea. We have been sharing the site at work here Ryan. Sounds like the trip has been wonderful. Looking forward to seeing the girls when you get sometime. Let me know if you might be by the office.
Sharon
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