4 Weeks (from Sherri)

Today represents 4 weeks that Esther was placed in our arms.

Time seems to pass so quickly yet so much has changed for her in such a short time span. She is doing amazingly well. She is beginning to branch out from rice and noodles (a staple at our house as of lately) and loves oatmeal, refried beans, mashed potatoes and lots of different kinds of fruit. She is obviously a girl after my heart with her carb loving appetite. She amazingly walks around the house with push toys and refuses to be left behind with any activity. She loves to snuggle, give kisses and be held all the time. Our youngest son has even taught her a few English words, including "no."

Many challenges face us in the future with upcoming surgeries, yet we feel so blessed that Esther is adapting. Even small things we take for granted are new to Esther, ice and air conditioning are just a few. Esther's first surgery is scheduled for September 12. Please be in prayer that the surgery will go as planned, the surgeon will have wisdom in regards to her case and there are no complications.

We know that God hears our requests. Mark 11:25 states "Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours." We tend to limit God, but God is not bound by our earthly minds and I take comfort in knowing that He ultimately is in control.

Sweet Sisters

Esther's first Sunday at church (in America)

Benjamin teaching Esther how to use a sippy

Play-Doh

Cruising around the house