Monday, March 14, 2011

Maddox is officially ours, a Drafts at last.  Today we awoke and ventured down to breakfast, our first official outing as a family of six.  Our adoption papers stated that our girls must be dressed alike (shhh, don't tell Ryan it really wasn't a requirement), so they were and MK was more than thrilled that she and Maddox were "twins."  Maddox is T.I.N.Y.  She might way 16lbs wet.  Maybe 17 on a good day.  She came to us in three very puffy layers.  When we first held her in all of that puffiness, I thought, "Wow, she is bigger than I thought."  Then we came to our hotel, de-layered her and found the real Maddox - a little skinny-minnie.  And, we know why - she doesn't particularly care to eat.  She would have nothing to do with her bottle last night.  We tried cold milk, very hot milk - nothing was interesting to her.  So, we, in typical Drafts fashion, gave her pizza.  She loved it!  However, we went down for breakfast this morning and she ate a few bites of this and a few bites of that - pushed away the congee, preferred the sweeter rolls, pancakes but she would only take a few bites of each.  And milk?  Nothing.  She could care less about a bottle.  Hopefully this will change and we can put a little weight on her soon.  Either way, she is a keeper.  She goes to Ryan and I both equally without reservations.  She LOVES the children.  She and MK were playing together at the Civil Affairs Office today and she reached over and grabbed MK's hand so they could hold hands together and rock.  MK adores her.  Colin can't get over how cute she is.  Pryce is the entertainer.  She has babbled some and even picked up the phone today and said what we think sounded like, "Hello?"  She is not quick to smile but we have seen it a few times....we have even heard a few laughs.  She is a sweetheart and we all agree she is a keeper!

6 comments:

the Cotters said...

Maddox is beautiful! We're thrilled for you all. Glad the transition is going so well for the entire family.

the Cotters

Elena said...

She is precious! My heart if filled with joy for you today!
Elena

George Tisdale said...

She is a 'cutie pie"--give all a hug from Pop and Gran

I am putting my money--regarding how Mason-Kate differs---she ---shall we say --expresses herself more frequently.

Anonymous said...

I am so happy for you all! It is very touching to see you all together, especially the kids with their new sister. They are so warm and inviting! I can't wait until you all return to the US. Take care. Lots of love and prayers your way!

Katie C.

Anonymous said...

PS... I didn't mention that Maddox is precious :)

Katie C.

Kerri Marinucci said...

Love your blog! I am enjoying the pictures and Maddox is absolutely beautiful. Everyone's happiness sure does show! Can't wait to see the six of you in July!

~Kerri