We arrived at the baby house this afternoon around 3, at the end of nap time. Hudson had just woken up, and was looking at us sleepily when we went into his room. They changed him into clothes for going to the "cold" upstairs (tights under shorts with sandals, t-shirt with heavy jacket) and then brought him out into the entry room with us. He went right to Ryan and grabbed hold of his hands. The caretakers (since the other kids were still asleep) stayed in the doorway a few minutes with us. They were telling us what a joyful boy he is, how much they love him, and how he's learned to dance since we were last there! He also had 2 big green patches on his face where he had scratched himself and they had treated it with an antiseptic (I think!) - my first thought was that his face was painted!
We took him upstairs to the playroom, and it was obvious he remembered the diaper bag full of toys. He went straight for it, digging through, choosing objects and setting them aside with a "Nyet!" He found a few favorites, and then he found the snacks! He can put a hurting on a box of goldfish!
He was much more active this time, and vocal! Our interpreter said he was pronouncing words very clearly, where last time he was just babbling. We played a lot with stacking and nesting toys, figuring out how they work and putting them back together. He is very into order, and likes everything to be back where it belongs!
We also had the awesome opportunity to go with his groupa to music time today. They came and got us, so Hudson could participate and we could watch. Imagine a group of 11 2-3 year olds with maracas and wooden spoons to bang together, and you've got a pretty good picture! One of the workers at the baby house plays the piano for them, and they are the percussion! They also have hand movements, and even a dance to some of the songs! It was so adorable. We distracted the entire group from performing their best, but it was a lot of fun to see such a great opportunity for the kids!
Towards the end of our visit, Hudson wanted to be held the entire time. He was giving out lots of hugs and kisses, and even called me "Mama" a few times! I would point to Ryan and say "Papa" and Hudson would say "Da!" (Yes!) but he never would say Papa. He did love spending time with him though!
It was such a great visit, and we were very encouraged. We're ready for court tomorrow morning, and hoping to hear the judge say "Da!" to the adoption as well as the 10 day or no day wait! Keep praying with us! We appreciate it so much!
We took him upstairs to the playroom, and it was obvious he remembered the diaper bag full of toys. He went straight for it, digging through, choosing objects and setting them aside with a "Nyet!" He found a few favorites, and then he found the snacks! He can put a hurting on a box of goldfish!
He was much more active this time, and vocal! Our interpreter said he was pronouncing words very clearly, where last time he was just babbling. We played a lot with stacking and nesting toys, figuring out how they work and putting them back together. He is very into order, and likes everything to be back where it belongs!
We also had the awesome opportunity to go with his groupa to music time today. They came and got us, so Hudson could participate and we could watch. Imagine a group of 11 2-3 year olds with maracas and wooden spoons to bang together, and you've got a pretty good picture! One of the workers at the baby house plays the piano for them, and they are the percussion! They also have hand movements, and even a dance to some of the songs! It was so adorable. We distracted the entire group from performing their best, but it was a lot of fun to see such a great opportunity for the kids!
Towards the end of our visit, Hudson wanted to be held the entire time. He was giving out lots of hugs and kisses, and even called me "Mama" a few times! I would point to Ryan and say "Papa" and Hudson would say "Da!" (Yes!) but he never would say Papa. He did love spending time with him though!
It was such a great visit, and we were very encouraged. We're ready for court tomorrow morning, and hoping to hear the judge say "Da!" to the adoption as well as the 10 day or no day wait! Keep praying with us! We appreciate it so much!
Love reading this Melissa! Sounds like a great first day back with your sweet boy!!!! Praying praying for tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteGood luck tomorrow. Prayers are with you. I am sure you will get a "Da" Gotta love the tights in Russia!
ReplyDeleteI loved reading this! Good luck tomorrow!
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Nothing feels so amazing as hearing them say mama for the first time (although Daddy/Papa is a very close second!). Praying for you guys - so glad you get to bring him home soon! Oh, and the first time he tells you he loves you is pretty amazing too :)
ReplyDeleteI hope all is well and the judge said YES! Praying for you guys.
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