Hodson's Colombian Adoption Journey

This blog will document our journey in beginning our family through a Parent-Initiated Adoption from ICBF in Colombia. We will mark the stages and key events along the way as well as blog frequently from Colombia after we receive the call of our lives.

Thursday, September 14, 2006

Gabriela Sophia!!!!


This is going to be the short and sweet version with much more to come tomorrow along with more photos. Today we were presented with our beautiful Gabriela Sophia and I can honestly say it's been an amazing experience already. She is so beautiful and unlike how she appeared in her photo, she is a tiny little thing and is swimming in her 6 - 9 months onsies.

She has had an upset tummy this afternoon from her morning meal (we think) and was not feeling well. Even still she has been such a princess and is already lighting up our lives.

It's been a long day and I give us 50/50 odds on our chances of sleeping much tonight. I'll be back online tomorrow morning and tell you all the details, but for tonight all you need to know is that she is beautiful and we are completely in love.

16 Comments:

  • At 11:39 PM, September 14, 2006, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Hey guys!
    I've been waiting all day to see your next posting. I was getting ready for bed and thought I would take a look. Spencer is already saying cousin Gabby (can't say Gabriela). You are a beautiful family! Can't wait to see you. We love you.

    Amie

     
  • At 12:16 AM, September 15, 2006, Blogger amyjett said…

    OH gosh! She's cuter than Butch! :) :) :) You guys look so wonderful! I can't wait to come down and visit and meet Gabriela! I am so happy for you two!!

    much love,
    aj

     
  • At 1:08 AM, September 15, 2006, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Oh-oh-oh-oh-ohmigosh...she is so adorable, and you all look SO good together!! I truly have goosebumps!!!

    Love, hugs, and the very best wishes,
    Antoinette

     
  • At 1:19 AM, September 15, 2006, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Okay, I cannot get the joy in your eyes out of my mind. I can't stop looking at the picture...I made it my computer desktop image...I love it! Moni, an extra big big hug for you girl!!! I am ecstatic for you both!!!

    Love, Antoinette
    ...Again

     
  • At 7:55 AM, September 15, 2006, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    I can't wait till you all come home! She is just adorable! Dylan and Carlin loved her picture and are so excited to meet their new cousin.

    Hope you get some sleep.
    Love,
    Tia Beth

     
  • At 8:49 AM, September 15, 2006, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Dear the new Mami & Papi,

    We been anxiously awaiting this picture since early yesterday. We are sooo happy that you've been united with your new blessing. May God bless you three and enjoy every minute of it. Although we are not there with you, we've been thinking of you all these days. She's beautiful!!! Keep sending those pictures.

    Love you three,
    Melli, Stephen & Anabella

     
  • At 8:56 AM, September 15, 2006, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    what a family picture!
    can't wait for more pictures.
    As long as she has wet diapers
    and has tears, don't worry too much about the upset tummy. It could be from all the excitement!

    take care
    Charmaine (your free RN advice)

     
  • At 9:15 AM, September 15, 2006, Blogger Yeah So said…

    She's really beautiful! Congratulations!

     
  • At 9:36 AM, September 15, 2006, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    I've been anxiously awaiting this post! What a great picture. I hope Gabriela is feeling better today.

    You are a beautiful family!

    Congratulations!!


    Kristy

     
  • At 10:28 AM, September 15, 2006, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    My goodness...what a beautiful family you make!!!

    We could not be happier for all 3 of you! Enjoy yourselves...you deserve to!

     
  • At 10:33 AM, September 15, 2006, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    OH MY GOODNESS! Crying again! Can't wait to hear the details and for you three to come home so we can hug you!

     
  • At 12:10 PM, September 15, 2006, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Yay! You guys look so happy! She is absolutely gorgeous and you make a great family :)

    Very, very best wishes to all of you!

     
  • At 12:34 PM, September 15, 2006, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    She's prcious, you all make a beautiful family! May your lives be filled with as much happiness as it is on this day.

    Love,
    Mireya

     
  • At 3:38 PM, September 15, 2006, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Felicidades Familia Hodson!
    Ojala hayan momentos intimos en sus vidas como este que puedan compartir con nosotros. Gabriela Sophia es muy preciosa!

    Amanda de Sprint

     
  • At 2:56 PM, September 25, 2006, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    I don't think Johns smile could be any bigger. Congratulations to you both. I'm soooo soooo sooo very happy for you.

    --Linda

     
  • At 2:56 PM, September 25, 2006, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    I don't think Johns smile could be any bigger. Congratulations to you both. I'm soooo soooo sooo very happy for you.

    --Linda

     

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