5 Week Update

It's hard to believe that Ellie has been with us for 5 weeks! The time has flown and yet it seems as if she has always been a part of our family. She has brought so much love, energy, and joy to our family! She is adored by her siblings as well as her parents, and the grandparents, cousins, aunts and uncles have taken a shine to her as well.

She had her first doctor visit this weeek. The pediatrician recommended a physical therapist and opthomologist that we have appointments with next week. Our insurance company will not cover any physical therapy concerning developmental issues, nor will they cover any expenses (the first year) for pre-existing conditions.

Mostly she sleeps through the night, although sometimes very restlessly with lots of noisy sounds (she is sleeping in our room with us).

She is gaining weight, getting new teeth, bonding and attaching well, smiling and laughing more and more, getting better control with her hands, and making us all fall madly in love with her! What a precious, priceless, wonderful, awesome gift from God!

Many thanks to the many friends who have prayed, given, encouraged, waited, and been a part welcoming Ellie into our family. We are so grateful to God for you!