Tuesday, October 28, 2008

GOTCHA!!!

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Introducing Bradyn Michael Lee, OUR sweet little boy. He was born in June 2007 and now he is in our arms forever. There were tears at the baby home, but getting him ready went quickly. Soon we were in the car (machina) and he really enjoyed the ride. There were some tears at the beginning of the ride, but pretty soon we heard him munching on the cookie we gave him. Next thing we know he is playing games with Papa in the car and really enjoying himself, even making machina sounds. It took a little while to get used to the hotel room, but then it was time for dinner and boy does he love food AND juice!! More food is expressed by the terms "Nananana", along with some fingering gestures. We even had some big smiles after dinner time. Then we attempted a bath…oh boy! That didn’t go over so well, as a matter of fact it didn’t go at all! Just getting the diaper changed and putting jammies on was absolute torture to him…at least that is what the other people staying in the hotel must have thought. Now, he is cuddled between us in bed and dreamland is quickly approaching. The Green Bay jammies look adorable on him, but he is too tall! So, we had to cut the feet off in the 18 month size!!

As far as Mike’s day in the city…it was all business (as usual). They were stuck in traffic most of the time and drove from place to place getting all the documents that we needed. No Russian bathhouses this time! It has been a long and emotional day for all of us, and now the only sound we hear is sweet baby breaths and all is well...Thank you God!

26 comments:

Amy said...

Yea!!!!! He's so adorable!! Sorry I missed this... enjoy the rest of your stay, I hope it is short!

Anonymous said...

Welcome Bradyn, those dimples are big. What a wonderful day, everything you asked for a more.
We are so happy for you. Yes, God does answer prayers.
Loved visiting on skype last night,
he was so entertaining. what a beautiful boy.
Looking forward to you being home
Love you Mom & Dad Grandma & Grandpa

Anonymous said...

Congratulations, Heidi and Mike!! Bradyn is absolutely adorable.

Rebecca B.

The Wilson's said...

He is sooo cute. I know how excited you are today and hope that your journey home is smooth.

Shantelle said...

Thank-you for letting us witness your miracle. He is adorable!

Anonymous said...

we are happy all the waiting is over for all of you,he is so cute . he looks like both of you i bet you cant wait to get home. love kevin,shelia

Anonymous said...

What a beautiful boy. He looks so much like the both of you. Great pictuers of him int he room. We are so excited for you all and we love to see your perma grins in all of your photos.

Love Ryan and Ineke

Carey and Norman said...

Congratulations!! Bradyn is adorable. He actually favors you too. I just love seeing how God matches the children that are meant to be ours. I am so excited to hear more about your time in Vlad and journey to Moscow.

Loved that the jammies were too small. That is great news!! So glad he didn't get sick in the car and ate well. We had the opposite reaction to the bath and jammies. Maybe the next bath will go better.

So excited for you!!

Marissa said...

That is so wonderful! We are so excited for your new family addition! Can't wait to meet him!!

Sara said...

He's beautiful!
We're so happy for you guys!

-Sara and Steven

Troy and Rachel said...

He's adorable -as if you haen't heard that already!! I am totally loving his dimples!! Congratualtions on becoming a family of three!!

True Story said...

Heidi and Mike!!!
He is sooo beautiful, BIG blue eyes and killer dimples! He looks like his mom too! Congratulations. Have a wonderful rest of your trip.
Sandy and Ryan

Unknown said...

oh my gosh, he's SO BIG!
what a perfect family, congratulations!

JN Designs said...

I am crying reading this. What a gorgeous family. He looks like he has been with you all along. I bet you guys can't stop smiling and just want to pinch yourself to see if it is real. Congratulations!
-Jenny Newton

Anonymous said...

YEAH!!!! I am so happy for all 3 of you. He is such a cutie and I bet he is so fun to squeeze! Keep posting lots of details. I can't wait to talk to you when you get settled in back here at home. Rachelle

Sherrie said...

Congratulations! What a cutie! I am thrilled for you guys!

Anonymous said...

Does it feel like you can breathe again for the first time since this started? It's truly unbelievable and so wonderful. I'm amazed at how things that are just supposed to be, find a way of working out. Your story is just that... The way it is supposed to be.

Much love to you all..

allie

Anonymous said...

His dimples are to die for!! I love that he squished between the two of you at bedtime. What a treasure! Have so much fun being a mommy and a daddy!
Lots of love, Angie Pectol

Roger and Joanne said...

Congratulations!!!!!!!
The anticipation and long wait is finally over and a new life begins. I'm thrilled things went so smoothly for you all. I can't believe he can't fit in the 18 mos old p.j.'s. That's something that doesn't happen very often. Soo Cute!!!!!

Keep us posted.

-Joanne

Joy said...

Congratulations,
I bet you are loving life. The pictures of him are great!! His smile is so sweet.
Joy

Anonymous said...

Hi,
I am sure you don't remember me--I am Ryan's sister, Tracie. Just wanted to congratulate you on the addition to your family. He is beautiful!
Also wanted to say thanks for taking care of my little brother and his family.
You too deserve the very best!

Pezlady Jana said...

HOORAY! HOORAY!! We are so happy for you all and he is absolutely ADORABLE!!

ScottKarenandAustin said...

My eyes are filled with tears. What a miracle and blessing adoption is. People ask me who Brock looks like and I say me. I don't see anyone else but us in him, and same goes for Bradyn. He looks like you both. Congratulations, I admire you both for all of your patience and strength on this journey. Hugs from around the corner :)

Nancy said...

Ahhhhh . . . it has finally happened!!!

Finally, pictures! Beautiful, beautiful baby boy!

God is so good & I too am just amazed at how He matches our children. Braydn is a perfect example. I know everything is just so perfect right now, as it should be. Congratulations & kiss those dimples (I just want to squeeze them!)

Enjoy your the rest of your trip & your special time in Russia with your beautiful baby boy!!!

Anonymous said...

Congratulations Mike, Heidi, and Bradyn! You are all so blessed to have each other. Mike and Heidi, I can't imagine the journey the two of you have been through with this process. I'm glad you finally get the reward for all your efforts. He is a fine looking boy, with awesome parents. Talk to you when you're stateside. ~ Jay D.

Nicole Brueck said...

Oh my! What a dolly! He looks like Ryan too! Two boys, from different ends of Russia, a month apart in age and they look so much alike!
Welcome to the craziest, most wonderful journey you will ever take!

My heart is just overwhelmed with joy for you both. I hope someday our boys can meet, now THAT would be a playdate!