Around midnight on Friday night I got a knock on my hotel door. When I opened it there stood four boys, and the smallest one yelled, “Happy Mother’s Day!”
Andy flew my boys out to spend a day and half with me for my Mother’s Day weekend! This adoption is already breaking the bank so what’s a little more, right?
The boys were so excited to see their new sister.
They got a quick lesson on how to feed her, find a binky really fast, but they all scattered when it was diaper changing time.
We took them up through the canyon yesterday
A few minutes ago they left to head home. And now what was once a loud, crammed hotel room is filled with the quiet of a sleeping baby, and the sniffs of a cry-baby that can’t seem to stop the tears.
I want to go home. I really want to go home. I feel like screaming it at the top of my lungs.
Sigh. But the pity party needs to come to end. It’s 2:30 in the afternoon on Mother’s Day and if I am to retain any of my sanity I need to figure out a way to pass the time that doesn’t include feeling sorry for myself.
Boys I miss you so much and I am sooooooo happy that you came to see me.
Andy you are the best husband in the world for making it happen.
Love you guys!!
WOW! what a blessing for all of you! i just had to “check” in on you as you have been on my mind today. This morning in church I was praying for you (as I thought you were away from your boys) and thanking God for your little girl as well. As a matter of fact the thoughts of “bittersweet” crossed my mind. (being away from your family all while adding a new family member) It sure seems like you have had a wonderful Mother’s Day and I’m so glad! Happy Day!
Elisa,
You are not alone today in the bittersweet joy that you feel. I watched the movie “Message in a Bottle” last night and wrote down Catherine’s prayer because it really touched me right where I live:
‘I already had what everyone is searching for and few ever find . . . the one person in the world who I was born to love forever. A person rich in simple treasures. Self-made. Self-taught. A harbor where I am forever home. No wind, or trouble or even a little death can knock down this house.’
I don’t mean to interject my grief into the joy of new motherhood on this day, however it was Jack who made motherhood possible for me just as Andy has made sacrifices with you for the joy of this day. He is your home, your safe harbor.
And, no matter where you are it is home with your precious family.
Heaven has become my home,
Debra
Elisa, I’ve been following your story and was actually thinking about you earlier today – imagining how difficult it must be to be away from your home and other kids for so long. What an incredible blessing to have been able to spend time with your kids this weekend, and it’s not whiny to be sad… you love your family and want them all together! In a few weeks, the boredom and agony of being apart will just be a blip on the screen, and you will have a great story to tell little Eva when she’s older.. about how the two of you spent some major quality time together when she was born… it doesn’t make it any easier now, but keep reminding yourself that this separation isn’t forever. And, today especially, be thinking of her birth mom. Praying that you find some peace and comfort and that that dang paperwork gets processed ASAP!!!
Aw, that brought a tear to my eye. What a wonderful surprise. I also thought of you today as I spent my first mother’s day with my family. I hope things speed along and you are able to be reunited with your family soon.
I love it! What a sweet thing that your husband did for you for Mother’s Day. This is a day that you won’t ever forget because your sons met their sister for the first time ever and that will always make Mother’s Day all the more special. Keep your chin up. You will be home before you know it.
Oh dear — thanks for making me smile and smile on Mother’s Day!I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, LOVE that picture of the 5 of you from that back! Happy Mother’s Day from a mom of 4 and random reader from Atlanta!
wow, what an awesome surprise! SO glad you were able to see your boys.
I also LOVE the picture of the 5 of you walking.
So sorry you are missing home so badly, I would be the exact same way!
Too bad your doggies couldn’t have some along for the visit too! 🙂
happy mother’s day to you! wow. i’ve missed a lot. i had no idea you were adopting. HUGE CONGRATS to the entire family. i’m so happy for you. ENJOY! hugs, rachel
That is soooo wonderful! What a great surprise and an amazing husband!!! Happy Mother’s day…I have a feeling you will be going home soon, so hang in there.
-Jaimee
That is the sweetest thing EVER. That was so thoughtful and so full of love.
I’m so glad that you had all your kids with you on Mother’s Day.
And that picture of you walking is awesome.
the boys look great as Big Brothers to little Eva. Thanks for the new photos, I’ll look at them five or six more times today! Hang in there, it will be beach time before you know it… think about the beach, think about the beach….
Were you completely surprised when they showed up?! You must thought you were dreaming! I hope the time flies quickly. We all can’t wait to meet the little princess!
ANDY…you sneaky devil! GOOD JOB!! What a day for them to remember! HOW AWESOME! Praying they HURRY with the paper work!
that picture of all of you walking is so good!!!
what a great gift.
soon you will go home and miss the quiet in utah.
i can imagine though that being there could be very dull after awhile…other than staring at your sweetie pie. 🙂