A couple of days ago, I was in the bathroom with Yeabsira (she likes to have me in there with her, even though she doesn't really need any help.) Usually we just talk about whatever's going on in the moment, with a lot of silly gesturing because the language barrier is ever-present. She teaches me things like how to ask "are you gassy?" in Amharic! It was just after dinner and Sascha was in the kitchen with Etsegenet and Kaleab. We could hear them all laughing and we had been giggling about something too, though I no longer remember what. She looked up at me and said, "Mommy, you, me, hee-hee-hee." Then she pointed toward the kitchen and added, "Daddy, Etsegenet, Kaleab, hee-hee-hee." After that, she paused for a moment, smiling her huge, beautiful, gushing smile and in a gentle voice, she said, "Happy."We are having some challenges, but there is a lot of joy in this house too. I honestly didn't expect to feel simple, easy joy for a long time. I just expected the change to be so hard, and certain parts of it are super hard, but these are magnificent kids and they are incredibly easy to love.
What a sweet moment to help put your life into perspective, and to encourage you in the way you're going.
ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful picture! such a sweet, tender story. wishing all 5 of you much laughter to come!!
ReplyDeleteHi Sascha and Briana
ReplyDeleteI am so excited every time I see a new post. This picture seems to say it all, what love. You both look so at ease and are feeling the warmth and love from one another. We're glad to hear things are going well. Challenges are a daily existance, the effort is to embrace them. We love you. Jasmine and John
I love it! Yeabsira and you look beautiful and glowing happy. Good work MOM.
ReplyDeleteLOVE IT!!!! Brings a tear to my eye! Wondering how you are and if there is anything I can do for you guys.... Touch base when you have a chance!
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