Monday, January 4, 2010

The smile that captured our hearts...

But even before I was born, God chose me and called me by his marvelous grace. Galations 1:15


more details coming:)

34 comments:

Julie said...

WOW! :) can't wait for the details!!

Kathy said...

Oh my goodness, Emily. your family never ceases to amaze me. I've been following since Anna-Claire came home. What fun it has been to watch your family grow. And what a wonderful thing to share this miracle (truly) of adoption with others. Or rather miracles!!

I'm so grateful to get to share in your journey from afar.
Blessings,
Kathy

Nicole said...

I just LOVE her story! I can't wait to hear it from YOU though!
She is sheer BEAUTY, she will fit right in!

Lexie said...

......and then there were...seven{kids!}!

Ashton said...

Oooh my goodness! She is so pretty! Now it isn't a secret! woo hooo!

Robin said...

WOW...you guys are an amazing family. (but then, I've always thought that!!) Can't wait for more details

jeanette said...

yay!! glad she's not a secret anymore. :)

she does have an amazing smile!!

Tonya said...

Wow! It's been awhile since I've checked in on you guys! I better be checking in more often! I'm very excited to hear all about this story! I was in a swap group with your mom when you all were in the process of adopting Anna Claire. You have a beautiful family!

Wolfes Home said...

Looking forward to hearing more!

Amy said...

I think you're family is wonderful!! can't wait to hear all about her!

Jen Barbee said...

Can't wait to hear the story of Amazing Grace.

Melissa said...

What a sweet beautiful face!
Oh I can't wait to hear more :)

Holly said...

Aww Emily she's gorgeous!! Can't wait to get the scoop on this sweet girl!

Love for Lilly Yin said...

I was right! Congratulations! And I can see why it was love at first sight!

Elissa said...

Wow, how exciting!!!!! Praise God for placing the lonely in families!

Lori said...

Awww! How wonderful! How beautiful she is and blessed you all are. Praising Jesus for this wonderful news!

In Him,
Lori

Lisa said...

Oh, WOW! I'm so glad I checked in on you all today! Thrilled for your family and this precious (and beautiful) girl! Praising our awesome God for all He is doing in and through you!!!!

Jean said...

How incredibly wonderful!! She is beautiful!! I can hardly wait to hear the full story!

This warms my heart and makes me feel so good! God Bless your family! PTL

Heather said...

I too have been following since AC and then of course had the privilege of meeting you all in person and traveling together to bring home our Eli (and your Kate). What a beautiful family you all have. Can't wait to follow along on this new journey!

Kristi said...

So glad to finally see a good picture of her! I can easily see how her smile commanded attention! So is there "emergency" paperwork in to change your I800 status to approving two to come home at once?

Traci said...

congratulations, again!!!
your family is an inspiration to us all! look forward to hearing more.

Naomi said...

I can finally sleep!!!! And yes she does have a beautiful smile!!!!

looking forward to you sharing all the details!

Beth said...

I think I have checked your blog about 100 times in the last few days....and I just noticed the header has changed!! I was trying to guess the G on the bookbag....guess that has been answered!! Yeah!! So exciting!!

sandj said...

Such a pretty girl with a wonderful smile. She is so beauitful.
Looking foward to following your journey to Grace and chasing Chalie.
Truly amazing.
Truly amazing family.
As for God His way is PeRfEcT.

Melanie said...

WOW, I've been away from blog land for quite long now. I've checked your blog a few times though.
I'm so happy for this news =) She's beautiful, Emily. Your family is beautiful =)
Congrats to you and can't wait to read more :)

Anonymous said...

Congratulations!!!

Football and Fried Rice said...

You KNOW I had to pick myself up off the floor, right?? Of course, I hadn't been by for a few posts - so Imissed all the hints - you are SO sneaky (in a beautiful, God-fearing way of course!)

Your Grace is beautiful, just like God's grace - I can't wait to hear more about her story and more about how God has called you on this crazy journey - and how you are inspiring so many to live heaven-bound and not bound by this earth!

Congratulations!!!!

OX,
Sara

Amy said...

Oh my goodness, I have been praying for this little girl for quite some time. She stole my heart as she was waiting and have been praying for her to find a family!!!! I saw her file "locked" a little while back and I was so happy. Now my heart just jumped seeing her photo on your blog. To think I actually may get to meet her!!! Yippee Jesus! Can't wait to follow along.
Many Blessings,
Amy

Jeanette said...

So happy the news is out!

Jenn said...

Lexie is right!! Your blog name now is perfect!! :) Praying for all of you!!

Our family said...

Emily. . .it has been a while since we have "talked". Our Lilly is from Chenzhou like AC. Anyway, we are chasing a boy too, Hudson. Now, I can't wait to learn more about Grace. She is precious! Jan

Staci said...

Awww YAY!!!!!! =) SO happy for you guys!!

Our family: said...

Amazing!!!! Congratulations!!!! How exciting! Another beautiful daughter!!! The Lord is doing such wonderful things in your family!!

God bless you!
Lydia

Janet and Kevin said...

She is just beautiful! :)

Hugs,
Janet, Kevin, Ted, Philip, and soon to be home Eli