Wednesday, November 22, 2006

So Thankful

Last Sunday as our Pastor gave the sermon he encouraged us to have some time alone during the week to write down all the things we were thankful for. As I thought about that, I silently prayed I would be thankful for one moment alone to just start my list. Here it is, early Wednesday morning, everyone still in bed, but me and I do have a quiet moment. I am so thankful for so many things. I could sit and make a list a mile long. I first and foremost so thankful for my loving and patient God. God has blessed me with so much and continues to do so. Many people ask how I do it with my baby girl on the other side of the world just waiting. I am not sure myself other than I know it is God giving me the peace and strength I need to get through each day.

I am so thankful for my husband, Ryan, he amazes me everyday. I am so blessed with his business and financial mind. He is an awesome daddy who adores Noah as much as I do. Words cannot describe the gratitude I have for Ryan for staying at home during the days to watch and care for Noah.

Next is Noah. I can't believe how one little boy can change your life. For once I am not talking about the sleepless night we are still enduring. Noah is the light of my life. He is such a wonderful little boy that I feel so blessed to call my son. I will never forget the day he was put in my arms on June 8, 2005. Everyday since, he has touched my heart in such a special way. I love that he now gives hugs and kisses and is really is starting to communicate with us through his new words he learns everyday. He is going to be such fun this holiday season.

My daughter, Hannah Soo Min, is miles away, but I am thankful God has blessed us with a healthy little girl that we can call ours while we wait for her arrival. I am thankful she is at KSS receiving great care. I have so many questions about little Hannah. How much has she grown, what is her personality going to be like, and ohh so many more. I have to be honest, I pray for Hannah daily, but I don't dwell on Hannah being in Korea. It hurts too too much. I have to be thankful what I have at the present and I am thankful for each day that passes because that is one day closer for Hannah to be put in my arms. And that will be a another day in my life that I will never forget.

I am so blessed to have my family and Ryan's family close to us. They have always been there for love and support. They have loved Noah from day one and they are just as eager as I am for Hannah's arrival.

The birthmother's of Noah and Hannah also hod a very special place within me. They have each given a gift of life to our family that I will be forever grateful. I think of them often and how there most me a part of them that is so sad. I pray they feel peace and realize their babies are so loved and are growing up in a safe and caring environment.

My job as a teacher is one I love. I am so thankful God directed me tot he path of becoming a teacher and have blessed me with a teaching job for the past 10 years. I love what I do and I can honestly say I have enjoyed everyone of my students in some capacity or another. I am so thankful for this year's class. Two years ago as we were going through our adoption process for Noah I was teaching second grade. Everyday the class would ask, did you get the pictures, did you get the call? They were so excited for Noah to come home! This year I teach 4th grade and have many of the same students. They were so excited when I came in with Hannah's referral pictures and now they are patiently waiting for her to come home. My students bring me such joy and there is never a dull moment during my school day.

My post could go on and on and I am so thankful I have had this quiet time this morning to be thankful for so many things. I here Noah stirring and we need to get ready to sing Happy Birthday to Daddy!

I wish all a Blessed and Happy Thanksgiving tomorrow!
Tabitha

Monday, November 20, 2006

Noah, our little boy is growing up.....




I finally got around to taking Noah in to get his 2 year old pictures. I was only two months late! Everyday he amazes me. I can't believe God has given me such a wonderful and precious gift. Last night as we were starting to put up the Christmas tree and directions, he was so excited to see the lights and he loved watching mom put up the nativity. I can't wait for the holiday season this year just to sit back and watch Noah. I wanted to share a couple of his pictures.