Today was the happiest day of our lives. We went to the orphanage and got to hold our baby for the first time. We were asked to pick him out of a room with a few cribs with one baby in each. I walked right by him because he was wearing a pink shirt with flowers :) Apparently they do not care about gender specific clothing at the orphanage. As soon as I saw him, he gave me a big smile! I scooped him right up and we were in love. Soon after we arrived, a nanny changed Zach into the outfit we brought for him. He looked so cute-everyone loved his outfit and he got lots of laughs from the nannies. We spent a good hour and a half at the orphanage with the four other families in our group. It was wonderful. The nannies take such amazing care of the babies and we could all tell how much they love each of them. The orphanage was super clean, with many cribs, some toys and a few bouncy seats. All of the babies responded very well to their parents.
Back at the hotel, Zach got his first bath. He loved it until I poured water over his head. He wasn't happy about that. He has had a few bottles and even a little cereal. Zach seems to be very chill and happy. He is full of smiles for us! He is able to roll from his back to his tummy and he seems to really like tummy time for short periods of time. Now he is asleep. We'll see how long that lasts.
Enjoy the pictures!
Back at the hotel, Zach got his first bath. He loved it until I poured water over his head. He wasn't happy about that. He has had a few bottles and even a little cereal. Zach seems to be very chill and happy. He is full of smiles for us! He is able to roll from his back to his tummy and he seems to really like tummy time for short periods of time. Now he is asleep. We'll see how long that lasts.
Enjoy the pictures!
5 comments:
I'd imagine that every proud uncle thinks that he has the cutest nephew in the world. And yet, I'm actually correct (with all due respects to my Uncle Neil, the undisputed leader until this point in time...wow, 33+ years on the leader board, not a bad run Neil, not bad at all).
In all seriousness, Sarah and I could not be happier looking at these pictures and seeing the joy on your faces. We can only imagine what you're feeling now. And now we're the ones that must wait and wait until we get to meet Zachary and hold him in our arms.
Can't wait to see and hear more about your trip.
Love,
Adam and Sarah
Dear Alyssa, Chad and Baby Zach,
I can barely do this with all the tears coming down my face! This is one the most happiest & beautiful occasions I have ever witnessed....It is definitely up there with the births of my own children!! You are a beautiful family!! With all my love I wish you all the best...Aunt Shelly
Unbelievable! You both must be in your glory! Alyssa-you look so natural with Zach-he is so lucky to have you both as his parents. Heard from Kathy and Diane and they both had tears when looking at the pics. Enjoy these next few weeks-hope you get some sleep and please know that we are all waiting to meet Zachary. We miss you so much!
Nothing makes a mother more happy than when their own child is happy. You will now know this. I wish you, Chad and Zach the happiest life together. This experience is something you will cherish forever. Can't wait to hold Zach in my arms, as that will be one of the happiest moments in my life.
Love,
Mom
Oh my! What a great day! You all look so happy and overflowing with love. This is just the best! Thank you for sharing this adventure with us ... it is wonderful to part of this exciting time. Woohoo!!
Love, Becky, Vin & Noah
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