Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Gotcha Day!

This is what it sounds like - gotcha! We have our Lena. She is absolutely perfect.
We can't describe the emotions of being in a room full of parents waiting for their children to arrive. You reflect on how long this process has been. And the 16 families who before this journey had never known each other - but after 4 days together working through the final preparations had become one big family. We waited and one by one a family's child is carried into the room.

It happens sort of randomly - when representatives from various orphanages arrive with kids in their arms. You hear chants of baby names and then emotional screams of joy
Of course, Lena was in the last group. We knew it was her in an instant.
One of the most emotional days ever.



14 comments:

  1. Lena is beautiful, just like her mom! Janna's smile says it all. I've been thinking of the three of you every day. Love to you all and I can't wait to get to know your precious Lena!! xoxoxoxo, SR

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  2. YAYYYY!!! So happy for you 3! Dani and I are looking at the picture of her new friend. She is BEAUTIFUL. Dani is jealous of how much hair (and eyebrows) Lena has. Now begins the fun! Much love to you all.
    Tiffany

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  3. I'm so happy for you guys!! She is so beautiful! Can't wait to meet her in person when you arrive back in San Diego. :-)

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  4. WOW!!! Janna, you look like natural mom and Lena looks very comfy! :-)
    I am so incredibly happy for you all! I cannot wait until you get home!!
    Enjoy every moment of this magical experience!!!
    Love you,
    Sammy

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  5. How exciting! Linda came running over to see the picture. Let me know if Lena needs anything from the Happiest Place on Earth - I am going on Monday.

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  6. We have been thinking about you all day and we were very excited to see the update tonight. She is so cute. Can't wait to meet her.
    Take care,
    The Reiners

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  7. OK. We are all crying in this office we are soooooo happy for you both! What a lucky little girl to have you both in her life.

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  8. I am thrilled beyond words for you both! She's beautiful! It's obvious from the picture that you were made for each other. Embrace and enjoy this very special time in your lives! Can't wait to meet Lena in person!

    Take Care,
    Rose Del Mar

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  9. We keep looking at this picture over and over and LOVE IT! You both look very relaxed, and Lena's just beautiful! Congrats, we share your happiness and look forward to seeing you! (oh, and Janna, I think you should try out matching mother/daughter hairstyles!!! So CUTE!!)
    Love from Steph, Chris and Dana

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  10. I keep looking at the pictures too! Everyone looks so perfectly happy. I love the little red China vest on Lena! Perfect for the holidays.
    We can't wait to see you all!

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  11. Thanks for sharing such a wonderful moment! She is beautiful! -Chris and Gordon

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  12. Well...these are just about the most beautiful pictures I've ever seen. The Hunskor family is OVER THE MOON for you. Give that darling girl a big kiss for us, travel safely home and congratulations! We simply can't wait to meet Lena. Hugs to all of you!
    Angele

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  13. I love the new pictures of Lena and Andy and the whole family. :-)

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  14. She is so cute Janna! I would love to meet her some day! :)

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