Ahh, this day is here and nearly gone. I am trying to take it all in and process that I am a MOMMY!!! A mother to a human person and Cortney the DADDY of that same human person!!! WE ARE PARENTS!!! Our God is soooo good!!
First I want to say thank you to our extended blog family. I promise that this day is extra special because I know that each of you were looking and waiting hopefully alongside us for this picture to appear on the Clevinger blog. I was so excited when Natalie called but all I could think was, "How am I gonna let everyone know that I have the referral??" So this is how the day went...
We got up this morning and we were having a house crisis so I knew that I had lots of calls to make when I got to work. We left this morning and honestly the referral has never been further from my mind. Work was crazy busy and I made a call to the drywall contractor and I was expecting a call back from him. I had only spoken with Cortney once today and we never mentioned Natalie or the referral (very rare!). The day dragged on I called my mom around 1pm to see if she had Cortney's sunglasses in her car. I even joked before I called her that she would think I was calling with referral news since I never call her at work!!! Then I called and left Cort a message to tell him to stop by and get the glasses. We got really busy at work and I was just checking prescriptions like mad. Then one of the girls who hasn't been working with us long answers the phone. She asked who was calling and put them on hold. She turned to me and said..."It's Natalie". She had no idea that Natalie would be delivering the news of our baby!!! I got weak, I started shaking and sweating and the girls and the customers flocked around me to see what the heck was wrong!!! I was crying and shrieking, "the referral"!! Then I finally made my way to the phone and answered. Natalie said, "Lindsey, I have some good news to share with you. I know that you have been so anxious." She told us that we had a referral and wanted to know when Cortney and I could be together. Before we hung up I asked if we had a boy or a girl!!!! I can't believe I had forgotten to ask all the way through the conversation!!!! So Cortney and I talked to her together and got the details about our sweet boy! Then both of our families came to our house and we saw him together for the first time!!!
He is 5 months old, 11 lbs and 24 in long. He is healthy and happy and beautiful!!! As a matter of fact he is the most beautiful baby my eyes have ever seen! He is my SON!! We have a son!!! We love him soooo much!!!
More to come soon!
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47 comments:
He is beautiful! I've been checking in like crazy for the picture and the story! It brought tears to my eyes! Drew and I are both celebrating with you!!! What an incredible joy!!!
It is about time you posted pictures:-) Just kidding, I just found out like 2 minutes ago. He is BEAUTIFUL...I mean BEAUTIFUL....WOO HOO:-) Congrats, congrats, congrats!!!! I am just sooooo very happy for you!!
Lindsey-
He is beautiful and he's deffinitely very smart because in the picture he's showing all of us that he's #1. I'm so happy that this joyful day is here, it won't be long until you have him home. Let me guess the stress of the wait has been erased hasn't it! Isn't it amazing what that picture of your little one can do! So happy for you!
Love,
Renee
Carey and Jocelyn,
It's official were deffinately blog stalkers!
Renee
Haleluia!!! Seriously Lindsey I am bawling my eyes out right now!! I could not be any happier than if it were my own son!! We have all been praying and hoping and waiting with you for so long and I just want you to know that we are all celebrating your precious precious son!!!! Congrats MOM!!!!!!
Totally blog stalkers! And proud of it! Hooray for all of us mommies!
Yea! Lindsay...he is a gorgeous baby...and believe me I know gorgeous babies!:) I am so overjoyed! I can not believe it! He is the most precious thing EVER! I am so happy for you. I love that the referral call came when you were least expecting it too! He is only 11 pounds...that is still 0-3 month clothes. I bet it won't take long to beef the little guy up once he is home in your arms! Oh my goodness...I am just thrilled! Amy
It isn't like we have anything better to do with ourselves Renee:-)Yippee for us Mommas!!!
I find it hilarious...if you look at the times on all of our comments...they are within 5 minutes of each other. We are all guilty of blog stalking. My thought was...how did this many people post so fast...I thought I was watching so diligently. :) Amy
How awesome! God is so good! And Ian is just beautiful. Congratulations to you all!! I can't wait to follow along on your journey! I am awaiting travel to Kazakhstan... and time in the next couple of months... Tick tock, tick tock.... Reading your wonderful story will help me pass the time. :) Praise God for Ian!
He is absolutely beautiful! I've been checking you blog every 5 minutes waiting on this picture. :) I'm so excited for you guys! You're a momma!!!!
We are so happy for you and for little Ian. Praise God!! And congratulations!!! He is really lovely!
O.K so I am a little late since I am posting the 13th blog. I thought I was the only one that checked blogs every 10 minutes!
Mommy Lindsey- He is absolutely beautiful. I bet you cant wait to kiss those awesome lips. I always tell my #5 to give me a big kiss with his "pucker" lips. It is awesome!!! He looks like a great snuggler! Heidi, do you have any more pic's of Mr. cutie pie Ian? I told Carey this will hopefully be a great week for referrals and court dates!
Congratulations, again. The pics and story bring tears to my eys. What a lovely little boy. He is a real sweetie. I can't wait to see him in your arms. Let's hope Belay is busy setting up court dates.
It's nearly midnight here and I am crying with joy reading your referral story. We are SO happy for you...and what a beautiful, beautiful boy you have! Congratulations a million times over!
Congrats! He is absolutely beautiful! I am so happy for you!!!
Heard about your referral from Emily's blog. I LOVE hearing of families getting referrals! Congratulations. He is a stunner, really a beautiful child. :)
Way to be the world most attractive family.
Jamie
Ugh - I had to go to bed before the unveiling last night, but I kept laying there thinking, "well, I could run downstairs for one last check probably!" So, I am late to the party, but my excitement is still overflowing!!! I am SOOOO happy for you and he looks so alert and happy!! I do think I have one more picture - it's kind of hard to tell b/c it's close up and he's sleeping, but no doubt Lindsey will be able to tell! I can also scour my mini-videos too - it would probably only be a glance b/c I think he was sleeping the whole time we were there! YOU ARE A MOM!!!!!!!! That just made me cry all over again. Thinking of you! xoxoxo
Oh my goodness, he is just the cutest thing. Those big brown eyes and bald little head are just to die for. I can't wait for you to have him in your arms. Maybe we will get our referral soon and we can all travel together. I was up until 1:30 last night unable to sleep just hoping today will be our day. We shall see.
Praise the Lord above for His loving kindness and constant faithfulness! He is GOOD!
I was ok hearing it was delayed because I expected that but I am not dealing well with how long it was delayed too. I don't get why it is 3 weeks:-( Hearing your news yesterday helped so much!! I went to bed smiling! He is just sooo flipping cute:-)
He is perfect! I am really happy for you two and love being witness to God's revealing His glory through the miracle of adoption.
Praying for speedy court dates for everyone!
Wow!
Dear mama,
He is so so cute! Beautiful Beautiful! Your day's story is perfect...So fun that you had your families over to see the picture for the first time with you guys!
I love the picture with his arms out....and I love the long sleeve shirt under the t-shirt combo he is sporting. He already has some cute style!
I am in tears I am so happy for you! I wanted to grab the phone and call! He is so beautiful. I really hope we get to travel at the same time.
Congratulations on becoming parents.
amanda
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! I am sooo... excited for you! He is beautiful!
CONGRATULATIONS!!! My heart rejoices with you!
He is beautiful. Congratulations on finally getting to this day. You're a Mommy...awesome!! I am so happy for you. Thanks for sharing your great story!
Congrats. He is beautiful. I am a friend of renee's. I saw this reading her blog. Congrats. I too am waiting for a boy. I know you probably can't sleep. I am very happy for you.
Chevella
handlyrics.blogspot.com
Congratulations Lindsey! He is precious!
yep. Still the cutest kid ever.
Congrats he is beautiful.
Beverly
OMG I can't stop looking at his pictures!!!!! I may be losing my mind!!! I need to refocus my energy and spend money on him LOL
Love ya bunches,
A VERY VERY proud Aunt
I can't stop visiting your blog so I can look at Ian :)
Oh my gosh!!!!!! I can't beleive it! He is just gorgeous and precious! He is perfect - Joy to you. I'll be anxious to see updates. God Bless.
Okay, I don't know you guys...but I look at your blog. I checked today and read the details and saw the pics and literally got teary at my cube! Georgia Tech had no idea what was going on!
God IS so good and faithful!
Congratulations!
Laura Hoffman
He's beautiful!! Congratulations- that is so exciting!
Nikki
http://dreamasifyouwillliveforever.blogspot.com
Yep!! He is still #1...I love that picture:-) I just smile every time I come back!!
L&C!
We are so happy for you two. What a wonderful day...he will soon be in your arm...
All our best!
Congrats! I am so excited for you 2! He is so beautiful!!!!!!! What a happy time!
So exciting...he is so beautiful! He is definitely worth the wait! Blessings to you and your family.
I just found your blog and saw the referral for your beautiful son! He is amazong. I too am with Gladney and received a referral recently for my daughter, Ella Hewan. I'm sure they're together at the foster house...what a small and wonderful world.
Congratulaions and Many Blessings to you all. Jennifer aka Ethiopia Mama
What a beautiful baby! Congratulations!
Lindsey -
He's absolutely adorable! I'm so excited for you!! Your wait is finally over! The time until you travel will fly by. Call me if you need any travel advice!
We went to Albania on Sunday afternoon for a 3-day trip - to look at a school for the handicapped (I know that isn't the right American terminology - but it is correct in Albania). I told Amy (I am Amy's mom in Macedonia - Eastern Europe- just in case you forgot) that I bet I would miss the news about your little Ian. I have been watching so diligently for your referral - and was SOO thrilled for you when I saw Amy's message as soon as I turned on the computer after getting back). Congratulations!! Ian is so precious. I know you are so excited to see his face. Just wanted you to know how happy we were for you, too. Shelia (Earl)
yeah for you! We need to have an ethiopian adopted kids reunion here in Kentucky after you get settled. Greyson would love to meet Ian! He is a cutey for sure- I am so incredibly excited for you. Feel free to call me about travel or any other questions. You can email me and I will send my number.
Heather in Louisville!
Congratulations!!! He is absolutely BEAUTIFUL!
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