Transformers, formula and more...

We ventured out last night to see Transformers 2 with Joselyn in tow. She did very well at the movie. Of course because she was held the entire time. We paid for our adventure last night as she really didn't want to go to sleep and had an upset stomach. When we came home from the hospital we had some free liquid based formula. When that was gone we have switched to a powder based which seems to upset her stomach a little more. Nothing like getting thrown up on at 2 in the morning:) Before last night she has been sleeping great.

Getting ready for a Pampered Chef party this evening that I am hosting. 15% of the sales proceeds go towards helping us with our adoption expenses. If you would like to order anything go to www.pamperedchef.biz/jvcookswithyou . You should be able to select my name or choose adoption as the organization.

Here are a few pictures:

Trying to beat the heat!

Doctor Checkup

Took Joselyn to the doctor today for her very first checkup. Everything was great. She weighed in at 6 lbs 2 ounces, so she has gained 3 ounces since we took her home on Saturday. PTL! She is a peanut topping the charts in the 10th percentile. She had a better night last night so hopefully we can figure out a routine so we all can sleep:)

Update

Well, where do I begin. There are so many words to describe the last couple of days. Joselyn is doing great and we love her to pieces. Saturday night she was up every 2 to 3 hours, ate and then back to sleep. Well last night was a different story. She fussed from about 9:30 to 1:30 and finally fell asleep in her car seat. She was up again at 3:30 and Stan fed her however did not want to sleep. So in bed with us until morning. Hopefully we can keep her more awake tonight so she sleeps better! Talked to the social worker this morning and the paperwork has been signed for termination. Now we wait another 96 hours (or Thursday around 10 p.m.) for the revocation period to be up. Joselyn has a doctor's appointment tomorrow here in town so hopefully everything is well. We bought a few more clothes at a local consignment shop this morning as well as a bed set for the crib. We thought the trucks were a little much for our princess! Also received a phone call from a college friend/fellow golfer. They too have adopted and she has many teeny tiny clothes she is willing to let us borrow. Thanks Sarah! Joselyn is tiny so they will come in handy. Here are a few pictures from the past couple of days:

Big brother Aiden.


Happy Fathers Day! Keegan refused to take a picture:)Family of Five:)Nap time in the crib.
First time checking out the bouncy seat.

Introducing...

Joselyn Grace Adeanna

We arrived home this afternoon safe and sound. Thanks for your prayers. We continue to ask prayers for the birthmom as she had a tough morning saying goodbye. What a day of different emotions. Joselyn has lots of dark hair and dark blue eyes. The boys adore her.

This is the day that the Lord Has Made...

Let us rejoice and be glad in it!

Today is the day we get to meet our little girl. We will be leaving shortly to go sign some paperwork and then head to the hospital.

Her name will be Joselyn Grace Adeanna De Zeeuw. We praise the Lord for this wonderful blessing!

It's a GIRL!!!!

Date: Thursday, June 18, 2009
Time: 7:19 p.m.
Weight: 6 lbs
Height: 18 in.

We are excited to announce the birth of our baby girl. We received the call last night around 9:00 p.m. Out of respect for the birthmom we are not yet revealing the name as we want her to be the first to know. We just talked to the social worker and the birthmom and baby are doing great. The baby has been eating and pooping (which is a good thing) and she seems very healthy. PTL!! She has dark hair and eyes and is already a thumb sucker just like her birthmom. We are still working out the details as to when we will get to meet her and take her home. We'll post when we know more!

Thanks for your prayers!!!

Life

The ADVENTURE of life is to LEARN.

The GOAL of life is to GROW.

The NATURE of life is to CHANGE.

The CHALLENGE of life is to OVERCOME.

The ESSENCE of life is to CARE.

The SECRET of life is to DARE.

The BEAUTY of life is to GIVE.

The JOY of lif is to LOVE!

- William Ward -