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Less than two hours ago, our daughter was placed into my arms and my care. Forever. 638 days have passed since we first saw our Lil’ Cowgirl’s face and those days felt like an eternity.

And now suddenly, those days are behind us and we begin a whole new journey. It is absolutely surreal that she is now officially ours and we are together. At last.

At almost 2 and a half, our little girl is far braver than we have ever been and it is difficult to imagine what her little heart and brain are processing right now. She is scared and sad and confused. And though today marks a great gain for our family, it also marks a huge loss in her life. Watching her foster mother weep as we said our goodbyes broke my heart. And wiping away Lil’ CG’s sad tears breaks it even more.

My brave girl is sleeping now. It is amazing to watch this little person that I have really only known in my heart sleeping next to me in the flesh.  We have a few days together in Seoul before we head home and I hope each day is better than the next. My prayer is that she will know that though she is scared and sad, she is fiercely loved.

Now that the waiting is over, the adventure really begins. I’m excited to see what it holds for us and hold out for the day when our brave girl knows, truly knows, that she is ours and we are hers.

Together. At last. Forever.