4.14.2011

Adoption Day!

What a relief it is to have made it to this day...Abby's officially a NEEDHAM! :) My mom made the comment that it doesn't feel any different because she has felt like ours since we saw her first picture...so true! But, to me who's done mountains of paperwork, this feels like a big relief! I was especially relieved to be able to complete her adoption without an attorney!

It was a very special day! The boys were excited to get out of school. Their dad told them it better be the ONLY time they ever have to go to court to appear before a judge. Josiah says, "What if I adopt some day?" OKAY...that would be awesome and you could go to court for that Josiah! I just LOVE his heart for orphans!

We were joined by Grandpa and Grandma and Scott's sister, Kitty. We went to Perkins to celebrate this special day! OUR ABBY OFFICIALLY ON PAPER!
Abigail Anjana Needham

 Proud Daddy and Big Brother!
 The judge wanted to hold Abby and she wasn't too happy about that (thus the serious look)!
 Scott's Sister
 Abby decided that she wanted to be a judge today and went running behind his desk. Good thing this judge had a great sense of humor! :)
Abby's Grandpa and Grandma (my parents) 
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12 comments:

  1. AnonymousApril 14, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    How exciting!

    Has she been adjusting well? She is so precious, and looks so happy to officially be a Needham!
    That's how it is with Sanjai. I completely consider him my brother, but once it's official for the rest of the world, it will be a relief. Hope you all have a fantastic day! Tell Abby "Hi" for me ;)

    ~Natalia L.

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  2. Building Bridges to OrphansApril 14, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    Thanks Natalia! It is a great milestone to have the adoption completed! :) Thanks for the comment! Looking forward to the day when we all can get together! :)

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  3. Peter and NancyApril 14, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    Congratulations! It is true that the courtroom is merely a formality that reflects what's been true for months -- but it's still a reason to celebrate! (And give yourself a pat on the back for completing the process on your own!)
    Hugs to all,
    Nancy

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  4. India TripApril 14, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    Congratulations! So happy for you.

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  5. 1April 14, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    We are so very happy that it's 'official', even though Abby has been a Needham since the first time we saw her picture! Can't wait to see you all this summer! Love, the Schley family

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  6. KristinApril 14, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    I am so happy for you all!!!

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  7. AmyApril 14, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    Congratulations!

    I was the same way. I didn't think I would get emotional because he had be our son from the start, but when the judge said it was officially official...I got all teary eyed.

    So happy God placed sweet Abby in your family and that we have come to be friends.
    Blessings,
    Amy

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  8. NikkiApril 14, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    Congratulations! I can remember the day that Allie officially became a Paulzine. It was such an amazing feeling to know that she was ours forever. Such an emotional day and it does feel amazing when the process is complete! You have a beautiful family!

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  9. "Are These Kids All Yours?"April 14, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    Happy Adoption day Abby!!!!!

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  10. The Pfeiffer FamilyApril 14, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    Congratulations Needham Family! It is so nice to have this step completed. The formality of what we already know in our hearts to become legal on paper. Good for you in getting this process done without an attorney!

    April :-)

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  11. Ms. GApril 18, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    Hooray!! Congratulations Abby!

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  12. Kristi W.April 21, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    Big congrats from us, too! Thankful that it's all official! :)

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