Selena

She is going to be ours in November, December at the latest. She is a ten year old bundle of energy and light, and we love her very much. I can't put up pics until we adopt her, but since she has chosen her new name, I can write about our adventures. Today she read to me for the first time. She needs a lot of help, but she is eager and willing to learn, and loves to read. She started school today and came home with two friends already! She loves her teacher, who is a delightful lady. It looks like she is settling in pretty well.

We had our first home evening last night, and it was great. She is a good kid, and despite the occasional burst of hyperness, she is sweet and fun. She loves to help, and makes dinner with me nearly every night. We are both enjoying being parents, despite the changes it has brought. There is nothing in the world as amazing as being called mom, absolutely NOTHING. I would be lying if I didn't mention the exhaustion ... which is very real :) But it is a healthy happy tired.

There is a lot to do in the next six months. She wants to be baptized, but we are waiting until the adoption is finalized so we can have her new name on the church records. I am happy we have the time to get her ready, and have her fully understand the commitment. So that is where we are for now. Tired, busy, and very happy.