One month!

Grace MacKenzie Clifton is one month old....Officially!

August 15, 2011 Gotcha Day!

This was one of her caregivers. Her name is Elaina. Gracie was pretty close to her.

She has a thing for glasses. She has her own sunglasses and wears them just like Mama does. On top of her head! :)

Thus begins her fascination with the Beep Beep (car). She loves them and is a pretty good traveller.
Leaving the orphanage forever! One of the best moments of both of our lives!

She likes to be in her stroller. At least she used to like it. Crawled in there voluntarily. :) That has changed a bit in a month.
With St Basil's Cathedral in the background. Unfortunately this was as close as we could get to it due to some construction work and our guide didn't want to walk the long way around. Meeting Grandma and Grandpa for the very first time! Sorry for the poor quality of the pictures.

Sleeping in her own bed for the very first time. So sweet!

Nice welcome home cookie from Cheryl! YUM it was good!
Mama and Gracie were so tired the next day. Neither of us could keep our eyes open even with the good company we had. Sorry Cheryl! We love you!
This begins the state of mishcief we've been in since Gracie woke up the next day. Everything is a game and laughs and love are frequently realized in our house these days. Exactly what I had hoped and prayed for. God is so good in how He provides. She is such a blessing to me. My heart is overflowing and my body is tired! LOL

And if you've ever thought of taking stock in paper products, kleenex or cotonelle might be good about now. We've got to learn the value of a clean roll of toilet paper or box of paper towels. :)

I'm so sorry it's taken me so long to post this. My time has become so scarce and precious. Please know that I treasure every prayer, good thought or wish that is said on our behalf. We are well. Just enjoying our new life together. I'll post more pictures soon.