Wednesday, June 17, 2009

We Passed!

In God's perfect timing, we became a family of seven today.

It is with great joy and honor that we introduce to you to the newest members of our family...


Ellyn Yeabsira (left)
Corinne Meserat (right)
Haileb Turner (center)
This was the first picture we saw of our children.

And here's more...

Thank you doesn't seem to fully express how we feel for the love and support we have received from the adoption blog world, family and friends.

Now off to check on other's blogs and make a fresh to-do list for travel plans!
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39 comments:

  1. ShalaJune 17, 2009 at 12:02 PM

    Hurray! So excited for you. Looking forward to meeting your new family members. :)

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  2. StefneJune 17, 2009 at 12:35 PM

    Congrats! We're so excited for you. The kids are adorable and will bring you so much joy.

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  3. JocelynJune 17, 2009 at 12:41 PM

    YAY!!!!!!!!!! I am so excited for you and cannot wait to meet those precious kids of yours!! Now go pack:-)

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  4. JebenaJune 17, 2009 at 12:42 PM

    YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!! We are delighted in your good news!!!!!!! Beautiful family you have!!!!!!

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  5. RobinJune 17, 2009 at 12:43 PM

    PRAISE GOD!!!! I am so excited for you guys. Do you have a travel date???

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  6. JenaJune 17, 2009 at 12:44 PM

    Praise the Lord, He has blessed you with three awesome children!!! I think we will be traveling at the same time, hope to see you in Addis!!

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  7. Lakeshore Cottage LivingJune 17, 2009 at 12:52 PM

    Yahoo! Thank you God...YOU ARE an AWESOME GOD!!!

    The kids are just beautiful and I can't wait to hug them!!!

    What a BLESSED DAY!!!

    Love you all,

    Kristine, John and the kids..

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  8. Journey to JadenJune 17, 2009 at 12:55 PM

    Oh what a glorious God!!!!! How wonderful for all of you!!! My prayers were answered!!

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  9. RyaneJune 17, 2009 at 1:15 PM

    Wonderful news! Your kids are beautiful! Congratulations!

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  10. veggiemomJune 17, 2009 at 1:27 PM

    Congratulations!!! I'm so excited for you!!!

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  11. Dukes PokesJune 17, 2009 at 1:43 PM

    YEA!!! I was soooo excited when Shelley texted me this morning with the news. Can't wait to see my new neices and nephew.

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  12. Zach and Erin KennedyJune 17, 2009 at 1:46 PM

    Woo Hoo!!!! Congratulations! I am so excited for you guys and can't wait to meet them in person some day!

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  13. AmyJune 17, 2009 at 2:20 PM

    Yee! :)

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  14. Beau FournetJune 17, 2009 at 2:24 PM

    Congrats. Excited we are traveling together! -Beau

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  15. CindyJune 17, 2009 at 2:25 PM

    Congratulations! They are beautiful!

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  16. emilyJune 17, 2009 at 2:27 PM

    Gorgeous, beautiful children! Praise the Lord for great things He has done.

    So excited for you guys.

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  17. HeidiJune 17, 2009 at 2:49 PM

    Congratulations! They are truly beautiful!

    Heidi

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  18. AnonymousJune 17, 2009 at 3:08 PM

    (Sorry if this is a repeat post.... I think this is my 3rd try!!!)

    We are so excited to have more nieces and nephews in our family!!!

    We can't wait to hear the girls giggle and the boys play ball in the backyard!!

    The video of the kid's pictures is AWESOME!!! Each time I watch it... those cute little faces give me chills of thankfulness to our Lord!

    Shelley

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  19. EastiopiansJune 17, 2009 at 3:14 PM

    YAY!!!! Those pictures made my day!! They are beautiful children! I can't wait to see how life goes from 2 children to 5! You may have to write a book. :)

    Congratulations!

    Theresa

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  20. MaribethJune 17, 2009 at 3:52 PM

    Congratulations! So happy for you. What a family you will be!

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  21. JenJune 17, 2009 at 3:53 PM

    What a beautiful family you will be :) Safe travels.

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  22. John Owen ButlerJune 17, 2009 at 4:27 PM

    Rejoicing with you at God's goodness. Will be praying for you for the travel and adjustments ahead!

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  23. KristinJune 17, 2009 at 4:52 PM

    Wow, how amazing to go from 4 to 7 overnight! Gorgeous children as well, sweet innocent smiles:)

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  24. EmilyJune 17, 2009 at 5:16 PM

    Woohoo!!! Beautiful kiddos!!!

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  25. RebeccaJune 17, 2009 at 8:31 PM

    Nikki - they are adorable! We're so excited for the family of SEVEN!!

    I just had Ben watch the video and he said "Eli can date older girls" :)

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  26. RebeccaJune 17, 2009 at 10:09 PM

    Nope, we're going to have to miss the dinner!! I'm pretty sad about it - but I committed to watching my niece and nephew that weekend so my sister and her husband can go to Mexico. Bummer!

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  27. Farmboy and ButtercupJune 17, 2009 at 10:11 PM

    So, so, so happy for you all. I just LOVE to see older children getting adopted. You all will be blessed.

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  28. HeatherJune 18, 2009 at 1:54 AM

    Congratulations!!!!! My husband & I had he pleasure of meeting Yabsira when we were in Ethiopia in Nov/Dec meeting our daughter Mimi for the first time.. Yabsira lights up the room, there is something very special about her. We were so taken by her and we are thrilled for all of you!! I was hoping and praying for this day. Again, we say congratulations!!

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  29. Adoption CubedJune 18, 2009 at 7:46 AM

    I know I am a day late, but Hurrah!!! Wonderful, wonderful news! And I was so excited to see Haileb. I had no idea he was yours!!! All of us fell in love with him. We have several pictures of him. I will look for Yeabsira and Meserat as well. Let me know your email (adoptioncubed@gmail.com) and I will send them your way.

    Congratulations!
    Rebecca

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  30. ColleenJune 18, 2009 at 10:56 AM

    1000 x congratulations!!!

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  31. Shelly RobertsJune 18, 2009 at 4:32 PM

    REJOICING with your family!!! Were your children at the Gladney care center last spring? If so, we may have photos of them. Blessings, Shelly

    you can email me robertsfamof7@yahoo.com

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  32. BethJune 18, 2009 at 5:47 PM

    Congratulations! So excited for you.

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  33. Blog ShmogJune 18, 2009 at 6:38 PM

    Congratulations Nikki!! They are all so adorable and beautiful!!! You guys are blessed!!

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  34. UnknownJune 18, 2009 at 7:30 PM

    Nikki...I am overwhelmed for you and your family! They are more beautiful than the last time I saw them at the book signing! May God bless your journey to pick up the newest additions to your family!

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  35. Susan and ChadJune 18, 2009 at 7:41 PM

    Gorgeous, beautiful, precious little ones...congratulations.

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  36. The Mathews FamilyJune 19, 2009 at 9:49 AM

    CONGRATS!

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  37. SaraJune 19, 2009 at 6:29 PM

    I was finally able to watch the video. Congratulations!!! I can't wait to continue to watch your journey!

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  38. More DorrsJune 19, 2009 at 6:45 PM

    Those are the sweetest faces I have ever seen!

    Congrats to you!

    -beka

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  39. SparkzJune 28, 2009 at 5:43 PM

    They are all SO cute. Congats. How neat! I can't wait to see a pict of you all together!

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