Apparently there were several mamas around him trying to get him to make noise and laugh, they put the phone up to his ear and he was crying (a combo of overstimulation and naptime I am certain). I was lost for words (yes me, lost for words!) and all I could say was "Hello Mason, it's your Mommy. We love you." I didn't even care that he was crying, it was just wonderful to hear him! I am so, so thankful for the time and thoughtfulness that was put forth in making this call.
Now, what you are really here to find out...we are waiting for PINK. We received our 2nd DNA results today (which were fine). The results were sent to the US Embassy on 2/15. The Embassy was closed yesterday, so the results should have been delivered today. Our agency said we should receive PINK this week...by Monday at the latest.
We have been making the most of the time we have left to prepare for Mason's homecoming. The wardrobe and toy chest are in place and full! We just need to hang the valance and pictures. I indulged in a little retail therapy this weekend! I have 3 suitcases packed so far. 1 w/ a care packages and donations for the EN and 2 for Mason. Trust me, I tried to get all his stuff in one but it just wasn't happening! All that little stuff takes up space.
Pray that God continues to prepare Mason and us for the day we finally meet. Pray for the health and safety of Mason, along w/ the other children and staff at the EN (and our health too! lots of crud going around!). Pray we receive PINK soon and without incident. Also, pray for safe travels for the local mission team that is currently at the EN.
Also, EN families wanting to send care packages...leave a comment and try to get the packages to me as soon as you are able. To those who have traveled to Guate in the past...I would love any tips/advice you have to offer. If you stayed at the Holiday Inn, leave a comment and let me know how it was. Thanks! :)
By special request, I have edited this post to add pictures from our baby shower. Enjoy!
Surprise Shower w/ Women's Bible Study Group
Couple's Shower...Modeling his "Daddy Tool Belt"!
Couple's Shower...special little friend who helped w/ gifts! ;)
Couple's Shower...Us...You had to be there.... :)
Couple's Shower...Super Cute AND Super Yummy Cakes!
Couple's Shower...Us and our 2 little helpers!
Couple's Shower...Us & the anxiously awaiting Grandparents!
Couple's Shower...Another shot of us and our helpers.
Hubby, Granny, Papa and Me
Papa, Granny, Auntie D, Me, Hubby, Auntie A & Uncle L
Work Shower...Adorable Cake...Ridiculously Delicious!
Work Shower...Me opening gifts
7 comments:
So very close! SO very exciting! That is awesome that you got to hear his little voice...what a blessing...soon you will hear it every day.
so glad you are SO close! Praying for that PINK this week!!!
amanda
What a special gift!!
How sweet that although your mind did not come up with words,
"it's your Mommy" came straight from your heart!!
Angie
We stayed at the Holiday Inn and it was a great experience. No one could seem to point me to a grocery store within an easy walk (the desk sent me to a convenience store, but not really much in the way of food there). That's probably the only negative I had. The place itself was great. We had a suite, which was nice to have for the extra space, but we had our 4yr old also. Just e-mail us if you have anything specific you want to ask.
You must be so excited that he is coming home so very soon! It's okay to pinch yourself - it's real!
You can just FEEL the excitement closing in....the Lord is good : ) Praying every last step is amazing!
Dear Jennifer and Matt....You are about to get the "gift" of your life with the name of Mason....He will change your outlook on life but what a way to get a new look at life. You have put your trust in our God and He will see you through it all, as He has this past year of preparation. Mason is a blessed little boy to have so many family members and friends to meet and grow up with!!
Love, Granny
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