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These are the first pictures we received of our precious little one. He was one day old.
Here are the new pictures taken at the Doctors office on May 9th
These are pictures taken by Eric on his visit trip
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Pictures from late September 2007
Home Sweet Home
Holding true to ourselves
I know at first glance many have said that we have got to be insane for pursuing this. Many of you have whispered, "you can't afford this - you already have your hands full - maybe now is not the right time - etc. I know these voices stem from heartfelt worry for our well being. I thank you for that.
My response is this:
When the time is right and we are faced with a prompt from God to march forward - we just do it. We do it because we have faith in Him and know that HE will be the one to lead us through. It is much too difficult to explain, justify, or rationalize a spiritual calling. So often in our lives we know what we must do but succumb to fear or worry. We run from the difficult decisions and take the easy way out because it is more convenient.
Is it going to be easy? - No.
Are we going to have moments when we doubt ourselves? - Probably.
Will we look back on our lives and feel blessed and proud that we held true to ourselves? - Absolutely!
For those of you that are worried for us - please just accept that we are doing the right thing.
I promise you - you will understand it as you join us in our journey.
You are the angels
We accepted the referral of Anthony on May 17th and began this journey to bring him home. Prior to that, we spent endless hours gathering documents, picking up papers, getting clearances, etc. As we absorbed all the information needed to complete the adoption, we leaned on each other in moments of fear, joy, worry, etc. As a family we regrouped and fed ourselves on communicating how we are going to get through this and why we are doing it.
By the graces of God, we are filled with surety and strength that we will endure through this and bring home our little one when God deems it the right time. When that day comes, and Anthony is home with us forever, we will revel in gratitude for all of you that have helped us make this dream come true. . . for you are the angels lighting our path.
About Us
- The D'Amico Gang
- Rhode Island, United States
- We are a regular family, by no means wealthy in money but rich with love.
The steps to go through . . .
This a summary of the steps that we need to go through before we can bring Anthony home. (Bold lines means they are complete.)
Sign with Agency - Little Treasurs of RI
File I600A
Complete Homestudy
Receive I-171H
Submit Dossier
Dossier approved
Sign POA
DNA Authorization
DNA Testing complete
DNA Results
Birth Mother Interview
Pre-approval from US Embassy
Approved by Family Court
Submitted to PGN
PGN approval
Final Adoption Decree
New Birth Certicate (stating John and me as the parents!)
Passport (for Anthony)
2nd DNA Results
Pink
Embassy appointment in Guatemala 02/25/08
Sign with Agency - Little Treasurs of RI
File I600A
Complete Homestudy
Receive I-171H
Submit Dossier
Dossier approved
Sign POA
DNA Authorization
DNA Testing complete
DNA Results
Birth Mother Interview
Pre-approval from US Embassy
Approved by Family Court
Submitted to PGN
PGN approval
Final Adoption Decree
New Birth Certicate (stating John and me as the parents!)
Passport (for Anthony)
2nd DNA Results
Pink
Embassy appointment in Guatemala 02/25/08
Comments by Delicia
For those of you who know Dee, you know that she is much too wise for her age. You know that her ability to think outward is amazing and that she is a "say it like it is" kind of girl. We have had so many heartfelt conversations about this adoption and she has truly kept me in awe. Here are few of her comments and feelings:
* "Mommy, if you and Daddy had decided to have another baby physically, then it would have been your decision. But it is so nice that we are adopting a baby together - as a family because it is now our decision". *
"It is not the same as being a big sister to him as it is to the girls - I didn't have a choice with them!" (Got to love the honesty!) *
"If the birth mother does change her mind it will be sad for us - but it would not be sad for the baby. If that did happen then maybe God was using us to give him love while she made up her mind." (Oh! the innocence of truth!)
Dee has inspired me in so many ways with her ability to see the truth, make fearless comments, and her unspoken faith in God's will.
Comments by Meghan
My sweet Meghan! Always thinking with her heart and peeking into the spirit of others. . . Through her constant (and I mean constant!) question "Did you sign the papers? - did you sign the papers? - did you sign the papers?" here are a few of her gentle words.
* " My heart feels so happy"
* " I can't wait another minute - I am going to blow up!"
* " I am so happy that God picked us to be Anthony's family" If ever there were a child who's heart was larger than their body - it would be my Meggie.
Comments by Courtney
What do you get when you bundle a ton of energy, a hyper sensitive nature, and a free spirit filled with laughter? - you get my Courtney. Here is why . . .
* "Okay - just so you know - I will feed him, play with him, and watch him. But if I have to change a diaper w/#2 - I charge $1000 dollars."
* " If people ask why he looks different than us - I will just tell them - he looks like my uncle!" (My brother-in-law is olive skinned and tans like a savage)
* " What will we do if he smells funny?" (LOL)
Her comments speak for her true nature - she is filled with a positive spirit and can make us giggle even in the most stressful moments - for that I am so thankful.
First Pictures
These are the first pictures we received of our precious little one. He was one day old.
Updated Pictures
Here are the new pictures taken at the Doctors office on May 9th
New Pictures
These are pictures taken by Eric on his visit trip
Newest pictures
Pictures from late September 2007
21 comments:
Autie Susie said...
Hello My Little Nephew Anthony! I'm finally seeing you with your eyes open! What a handsome little man you are! Time will seem to go so slow until you arrive in the arms of your family! I can't wait to meet you and for you to meet your cousins, Spencer & Olivia. We love you already.........Love,
Autie Susie
June 11, 2007 11:32 AM
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Anonymous said...
Great Job Tammy!!!!
June 6, 2007 6:52 PM
Anonymous said...
You should be proud of yourself! You did a wonderful job.
Love Sandra
June 6, 2007 7:10 PM
Anonymous said...
"Great People do Great Deeds" We are proud to have them as friends.
June 7, 2007 11:09 AM
Susie Moore said...
I think sometimes we have to work hard to do the right thing, and then sometimes the right thing is just thrust upon us.... I've no doubt that this is the best thing for your family. How blessed Anthony will be to have such amazing sisters, how wonderful that God has given you this beacon of light and how lucky am I to call you family.......I'm so proud of you...We love you......
June 9, 2007 7:13 AM
Anonymous said...
Great Job Tammy!!!!
June 6, 2007 6:52 PM
Anonymous said...
"Great People do Great Deeds" We are proud to have them as friends.
June 7, 2007 11:09 AM
Susie Moore said...
I think sometimes we have to work hard to do the right thing, and then sometimes the right thing is just thrust upon us.... I've no doubt that this is the best thing for your family. How blessed Anthony will be to have such amazing sisters, how wonderful that God has given you this beacon of light and how lucky am I to call you family.......I'm so proud of you...We love you......
June 9, 2007 7:13 AM
AJ will be so precious to the Whole family. His picture already hangs on Memere's wall with all the other grandchildren.
He is so lucky to have wonderful parents who will not let anything get in their way from getting him here.
His sisters who will adore him and his grandparents will love spoiling him.
Really like getting all the postings.
I love ya's MA (Memere)
June 10, 2007 8:51 AM
Just a cute bonito. I can hardly what to hold you and kiss you all up
Your Abuela (Memere) Love's You!
Oh My!!!! How sweet is your little man?!?! Great Aunt Wendy cannot wait to meet him, Grant Nephew AJ!!
Brian said...
This looks great, Tam. Can't wait to meet AJ.
June 8, 2007 5:54 PM
kathy Martin said...
Anthony is simply beautiful. I enjoyed finding your blog! Thanks for sharing and keep on journaling!
We are waiting on Greyson. http://web.mac.com/kfm7741
June 9, 2007 4:44 PM
Anthony you will have a wonderful house to call home.Tammy and John are terrific parents, and i'm sure your big sisters will take great care of you too. To the parents-Who needs gelt??--when you have love...Can't wait to meet you Anthony.luv Aunty Dawn
I can not wait to meet Anthony!He looks so cute in the pictures.I can not wait to meet him and hold him.I hope he has a good life ahead! LOVE, Rachel
I am so excited and counting the days, that Anthony is home and then I can cry for joy. This will be very soon! I can feel it!
Love Auntie Sandy
He is soooo cute! I can't wait to meet him!
Love cousin Mary
we are both so happy for all of you.
your are wonderful people and we are blessed to have you as our family,now we are doubly blessed because we will have a beautiful nephew as well.we cant wait.love,mel and will
Your story is inspiring. What a journey for all of you. AJ is just beautiful. So happy for you. Can't wait to meet him once he arrives. God Bless your family and your sweet baby boy.
Natasha's mom, Betsie
Hi Handsome boy - I am having such a great tiime keeping track of you - I have to tell you - you are one lucky little guy! You have the best mommy & daddy, and of course, 3 sisters who will shower you with so much love - you have no idea what's waiting for you!!
Tam & John - We're so proud of you - You truly are special - no explantions need here. I'm so thrilled to have a nephew (another nephew) I can't wait to meet him - Love you all
Auntie M, Uncle P, Cousins Shortee, Ralphie & Murray
Hello my AJ. More New pictures and I think you are growing so fast. Can not wait to hold you.
Love ya
memere
Tammy he is such a beautiful little boy!!!! here's to a smooth and speedy stay in PGN!!!!
Kim
Now I understand.You truly are a special family.Lorraine
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