It went by very quickly, our time with Prince Caspian. And, now, I'm sitting here trying to remember every detail of his little face. Hubby just left to take him back to his foster home. This really does not make sense; he spent the night at our house last night and now he goes back to his foster home for two days. It seems like this is counterproductive when the ultimate goal is a smooth transition. Again, I must remind myself that these are the rules, this is the way it is to be done and we are just participants.
Saturday we took Little Mommy and Budding Author to meet their new brother. It was love at first sight for them. We also found out why our family was chosen for Prince Caspian... because our family parallels his foster family in many ways. Both families have older siblings, both families are active, both families are Christian... great reasons. We will certainly emphasize the sibling reason for Little Mommy and Budding Author. What a very personal thing for both of them!
We took all of the kiddos (including Little Boy Blue) to a playground and carousel. Then we all went to Olive Garden. Prince Caspian is a wonderful, mild-mannered baby. His foster family has taught him wonderful manners. And, did I mention his beautiful smile? We love him.
We returned Prince Caspian to his foster home Saturday evening and picked him up Sunday morning for our overnight slumber party at our home. On the way home, we stopped by to see one set of grandparents. What fun! It couldn't have gone better!!
Prince Caspian seemed very comfortable at our home. He met the dogs, cat, goats and chickens. He slept in his new bed, he played with his new toys, he loved on all of us. We are blessed beyond measure. Our only challenge: our 12-year old schnauzer has issues with our toddling Prince Caspian. She has already been a loose cannon - snapping at our kids and once biting Little Mommy in the face. We must find a new home for her; a home where she can thrive in her last years. If anyone who reads this is interested or can help us find her a great place, please post or contact me.
Here is the Terrific Trio walking down our very own Long & Winding Driveway:
A cord of three strands is not quickly broken."
Ecclesiastes 4:12
Sometimes I have to pinch myself ... this is REALLY happening! Blessings to you on this celebratory day!
3 comments:
What a fantastic picture! You definitely have reason to smile :)
I second the vote on the great picture! I look forward to hearing more as you transition Prince Caspian to his "forever home". Hope all goes well today!
Laura, I hope you have this photo with the verse somewhere in your home!! Of course, I am going back through and playing catch up with your blog - now a new strand is weaving in!! But this picture and the verse just take me back to when we were gifted with our third child - and it's moments like these where you see those relationships growing between your children... breathtaking truly.
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