He kept saying, “this is so much fun!” He sure loves doing projects together.
With more hospital stays coming up I have been trying to cram as many fun things in our days as possible. This week we dyed Easter eggs, decorated cupcakes, made art projects, flew kites, and worked ahead on schoolwork.
My dearest Jaxson,
After adopting Lily, Daddy and I dreamed of adopting again. We prayed and longed for another child for so many years I almost gave up on our dream. I had no idea the day I met you that our lives would never be the same. The foster family you were living with dropped you off at our house for nine days. After they left, you sat on our couch staring at me with your big hazel eyes. You looked so scared and it made my heart hurt thinking about all you had experienced in your short life. Our nine days together were filled with art projects, reading stories, talking about Jesus, and loving you. I didn’t know what your future held but I hoped you would always remember feeling loved. After you left, I cried thinking I would never see you again but knowing I would never forget you. God had other plans! A month later, Daddy and I found out you needed a new foster home and we could hardly contain our excitement as we prepared for your arrival. It was a bright and sunny morning when your case worker brought you to our house. You walked right in the front door with a smile on your face. You remembered your time here and you were happy to be back. Little by little you learned to trust me. One day out of the blue you started calling me momma and it filled my heart with joy. Every day I fell a little more in love with you. As time went on, I could hardly bear the thought of you leaving again. So many times I cried out to God, telling Him how much I wanted to be your forever momma. Then I would put your future in God’s hands, knowing His way is always best and He loves you so much more than I ever could. Now it is your adoption day and I can look back and see God’s hand at work every step of the way. I stand in awe of what He has done and I praise Him for giving me the desire of my heart. Only God could have written an adoption story as beautiful as yours. Happy first ‘Jaxson Day,’ my precious son. I adore you. You are a treasure of immeasurable worth and I love you beyond measure. Momma
We welcomed Jaxson into our forever family on March 22! It was such a special day! I am amazed at how God worked out every little detail to bring this boy into our lives. He is a good good Father.
Galin’s sister, Sannetta, is my favorite lifestyle photographer so you can imagine how thrilled I was when she offered to document Jaxson’s adoption day from beginning to end! I cannot even put into words how much these photos mean to me. This was one of the most special days of our lives and having it documented so beautifully is priceless.
By the time Jaxson woke up at 8:30, breakfast was almost ready. Lily stayed up late the night before making the adorable name cards to put beside everyone’s plate.
After breakfast, I helped Jaxson get ready for the big day. He liked his new outfit but his new shoes were his favorite.
Lily is always creating something. Here is the cute card she made for her new brother.
Jaxson loved the doll I gave him on his adoption day. He named him August and wanted him to ride along with us on our way to the courthouse.
The courtroom was packed with our people. It meant so much to have them there to show their love and support. Jaxson is one loved little boy!
Jaxson didn’t know what to think when the judge asked him if he wanted his new name to be Superman or Batman!
Our first family photo with our new son!
Everyone came to our house for a celebration party. Jaxson spent the afternoon playing with his cousins, but every once in awhile he came to give me a hug and tell me how much he loved me.
You can see more of Sannetta’s beautiful photos here. She also did the chalkboard art for Jaxson’s party and another one of Galin’s sisters made the delicious cake!
Our special day was filled with more blessings than I can count but the one at the top of my list was Galin feeling so good!
xox
Charla
He is my best friend and truly the kindest man I’ve ever known. I can’t even put into words how much I love him. He is my person. God was so kind to bring us together. Life is so sweet with him by my side.
Time to Rise and Shine! Those are the words my Mom used to say when she woke me up in the morning. She would turn the heater on in the bathroom so it would be warm and cozy while I got ready for school. She was always doing little things to make me feel special and loved.
Now I wake my kids up saying those same words.
Momma, can I stay here forever and ever and ever? I want to be your boy forever.
You are the special-ist.
You know how much I love you? More than dollars. You know how much dollars? $100.
I asked him what he wanted to do when he grew up and he said, “Be a pastor and read the Bible to people in my church. I could tell people in the world about Jesus.”
After finding out how celery grows he said, “I guess Jesus is a farmer!”
We met this precious little boy for the first time one year ago. What an adventure it has been. It feels like he has always been a part of our family.
Last Saturday morning Galin and I woke up to the sound of these two running around the house laughing and playing together. They sure do love each other and that makes me really happy.