It was five years ago that your mother learned that you weren't the same as most babies; that you had an extra chormosome which made you a little different. Five years ago, you entered this big world, unfortunately in a place where mommies and daddies who have children who are extra special like you, are not accepted or supported by society. Your mother was scared. I'm sure she felt she had no choice but to give you up. I imagine this was a very sad time for her. I'm sure she has thought about you a lot this month, too. I'm sure her heart aches for you. She has no idea that you have a family in America who is SOOOOO excited to have you join them soon. I wish I could tell her.
We wish we could be there to hug and kiss you and make you feel extra special on your birthday. To celebrate the fact that you WERE born, and that you are not only valued, but perfect in God's eyes. We wish we could be there to give you presents and watch your face light up with excitement when you find out what's inside. We wish we could watch you blow out the #5 candle on your birthday cake. Not this time, precious girl. But we just want you to know that even though you're not yet here with us, we celebrated anyway.
Daddy lit the candle, we all made one big wish (I'll bet you can't guess what that was...) and we blew out your candle. Bennett was so excited he just sat there and smiled for you. We'll be lighting this same candle in just four months, when HE turns five like you!
We talked about how fast a year goes. Before we know it, we'll have a pretty cake all lit up with the number six and who will be sitting at that table, ready to blow out the flame? YOU! We can't wait to celebrate your life with you.
As you can see, the lemon cream cake and vanilla ice cream recieved great reviews! You are going to love birthday parties, Anna girl. And we are going to love you. We can't believe how much we do already.
See you soon!
With Love,
Your Forever Family
I am counting the days with you until Anna comes home. I am SO thankful you are her new family.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to meet Anna. Love that you celebrated her birthday.
ReplyDeleteGreg
How sweet! Thanks for the smiles today :)
ReplyDeletewhat a great idea and what a sweet letter to Anna she will love to read that one day.Happy Birthday Anna!
ReplyDeleteI read this blog with my eyes wet. You write really nice about your daughter! Anna will get a good family. She will be blessed as much as rest of your family.
ReplyDeleteI hope that all goes well and she can come home soon.
I will follow up how things goes on. I wish you good waiting time :)
- even she didn´t grow under your heart,
she grew in your heart!
Sini, Michelles comp. from mission