Georgia on My Mind

"Georgia, Georgia
The whole day through
Just an old sweet song
Keeps Georgia on my mind"

This Friday I head to Georgia to meet Ayanna, the birthmother we have been connected with since early May. I'm not nervous. I am anxious. I am anxious to meet the woman that has become such a close friend in such a short time. The courageous woman that wants only the best for her unborn daughter, and sacrifices her happiness to provide it. The woman that is carrying this sweet baby girl that we hope to raise as our own in a few short weeks. I am anxious to meet the woman that is my hero.

I've been praying to God for all the details surrounding this meeting. For calmness of all involved. For Ayanna to feel and believe the support, love, trust and gratefulness we have for her. For this to be the beginning of a growing relationship for our daughter. That we will always be a part of each others life; sharing our families and learning from one another. For God to keep Ayanna and baby girl protected until it is time for baby to enter this world, and continue to protect for all of their days. I thank God for all the blessings He has provided for us.

Baby Meek Coming April 2016

We had another lovely visit a few weeks ago - probably one of the best. Sunday evening we went to dinner and had a great time getting to know one another better and sharing stories. Monday morning was another check-in with the OBGYN to hear the babies beautiful heartbeat - strong at 154 beats per minute. Shortly afterwards, we headed down the street to the hospital for the sonogram.  The nurse was very kind to let our entourage in for the viewing, and we're so grateful she did because it was one of, if not the best experiences of our life.
The room was dark and there was Christmas music playing softly in the background. The nurse explained that the whole sonogram would take about 40 minutes. Jim and I stood back in the dark corner trying to stay out of the way. The birthmother made a point to make sure the nurse knew that it's important that Jim and I can see everything. We reassured her that we had a great view. She squirted the gel on her belly, and instantly the baby appeared. Fluttering heartbeat and arms and legs bouncing about - so much in fact, it was difficult to get a good profile pic as the baby kept "looking at the camera".   I couldn't hold back the hot tears running down my cheeks. So many thoughts were crossing my mind; how much I love Jim, how grateful and blessed we are to have been connected so early on in our adoption journey, how my motherly instincts are already kicking in - worrying about every last detail of this baby & the adoption process, how long and trying this road has been leading up to this moment as we get to see our beautiful baby, and how anxious we are for April when we get to become parents.

We are excited to announce that BABY GIRL MEEK is coming in April 2016.

Baby Girl Meek looking at us!

"Connected"

Exciting news!
Jim and I were out of town October 25-26 meeting with our baby's Birthmother.  About a month ago we received word that someone was interested in us (see post A Day to Remember), and our relationship has grown. There are several details about the Birthmother that we are choosing to keep private for now. Some know more details than others, so if it's not posted here, it's not "public information". We don't want to seem weird, it's just a very private situation, and out of respect for her, we are not sharing every detail with you.  On Sunday 10/25/15, we travelled 300+ miles to the Birthmother and met for dinner. The conversation was comfortable, easy and warming.  On Monday morning, we went to her doctor's appointment and heard the baby's heartbeat.  Jim and I never got to that point with our two pregnancies, and it was such a beautiful sound. It was already happening, but Jim and I fell in love with this baby at that very moment. We will travel back at the end of November for a 21 week sonogram. We have retained legal counsel to start "all of the legal stuff". Jim and I feel confident that this will work out. We understand that there are risks to any adoption scenario, but we are doing our best and allowing ourselves to enjoy the ride, while hoping for the best. More to come in the next few weeks. :)

Thank you for your continued prayers and good wishes. We appreciate you so much.

A snap-shot of our profile on Angel's website... "Connected"!!