Friday, April 3, 2009

Introducing...



Madeleine Biruktawit

A few of my favorite things:

1. Smiling
2. Taking baths
3. Having my diaper changed
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31 comments:

  1. Jenny RApril 3, 2009 at 9:17 AM

    She is adorable!!! I am so happy for you! Congratulations!

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  2. neelyApril 3, 2009 at 9:46 AM

    what an adorable smile!! congrats!

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  3. Brian and AutumnApril 3, 2009 at 9:56 AM

    She is gorgeous! She looks perfect in your arms!

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  4. Amber WeisethApril 3, 2009 at 9:56 AM

    What a beautiful girl! Can you even believe she is yours? You both look so happy in your picture. Hoping your transition is going well. I would love to get together when life calms down a bit. Let me know.

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  5. ShaunaApril 3, 2009 at 9:57 AM

    Oh my gosh... she's gorgeous!!

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  6. Jess & MattApril 3, 2009 at 10:06 AM

    She is beautiful. You two look so happy together. I am sure her big sister is so excited!!

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  7. RachelApril 3, 2009 at 10:28 AM

    She's perfect! I'm so glad you're almost home!

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  8. DawnApril 3, 2009 at 10:56 AM

    She is BEAUTIFUL!!! Hope you had a GREAT trip!!

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  9. ChristyApril 3, 2009 at 10:56 AM

    She's amazing and perfect and looks so healthy and wonderful. That picture makes me just want to kiss her cheeks!

    Congratulations! I know you can't wait to be home.

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  10. The Redman'sApril 3, 2009 at 11:15 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS!! What a beauty. Enjoy your time together as a family of 4!!

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  11. SarahApril 3, 2009 at 12:02 PM

    Eekk! She's beautiful! Can't wait to read more about your trip!

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  12. nana tApril 3, 2009 at 12:48 PM

    SO SWEET!!! You are almost back on Washington soil-good for the Brocks! Congratulations To you all! I can only imagine there is a very excited BIG sister trying to patiently wait. Have a wonderful reunion!
    Many Blessings! Many joys!

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  13. UnknownApril 3, 2009 at 1:25 PM

    Oh My Gosh, she is beautiful...I love her smile...what a happy baby. She is also a big baby! I am so happy for you guys. Hope your trip is going well so far. Can't wait to hear all the details.

    Love,

    Frank, Sandy and Caroline

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  14. Emma and LukeApril 3, 2009 at 2:47 PM

    She's absolutely beautiful! Love the smile. :)

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  15. ShannonApril 3, 2009 at 3:57 PM

    She's beautiful!! Congrats!

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  16. AnonymousApril 3, 2009 at 5:40 PM

    LOVELY!!! She is GORGEOUS!! YAY YAY YAY!!!

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  17. christyApril 3, 2009 at 5:41 PM

    Welcome Home Madeleine! What a beautiful smile!!! Congratulations!

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  18. Mama of 5April 3, 2009 at 8:22 PM

    Gorgeous!!!! What a happy photo. I hope you are enjoying Addis.
    Becky

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  19. Our journeyApril 4, 2009 at 9:39 AM

    What a gorgeous girl! So good to see you al home and all four of you together. PRaying for an easy transition for you all.

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  20. jodyApril 5, 2009 at 6:11 PM

    yay! welcome back home!! she is beautiful and she and Isabella will get into all sorts of trouble together!! hope your trip was great!!

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  21. The Hull's at #4April 5, 2009 at 10:39 PM

    Wow! What a couple of smiles! Congratulations!

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  22. TroyApril 6, 2009 at 5:07 AM

    She's PERFECT! Congratulations! I can't wait to hear about your trip in the upcoming weeks!

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  23. EastiopiansApril 6, 2009 at 5:26 AM

    Oh my goodness! She is gorgeous and her smile is amazing! I can't wait to hear more about your trip and see a pic of your girls together. Congratulations!

    Theresa
    (AGCI Listserv also)

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  24. CarrieApril 6, 2009 at 5:50 AM

    SHe is soo beautiful! What an adorable family. Glad you made it back and what a blessing from God.
    I am new to your blog, but we are hoping to get on the waiting list in the next couple of weeks!
    Carrie
    www.stammfamily.blogspot.com
    www.promiseinethiopia.blogspot.com

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  25. Kristi JApril 6, 2009 at 6:15 AM

    oh.....she's soooooo cute!! How precious!! Ok, we all want MORE!! We want to see yall in action :) How is big sister taking it all??? congrats!! What a sweet precious one!! Kristi

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  26. Meade family adoptionApril 6, 2009 at 6:58 AM

    Oh Aubrey, I'm so happy for you. She is so beautiful!!!!!!!!! Happy bonding!!!!!!!

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  27. TaraApril 6, 2009 at 9:56 AM

    oh she is wonderful!!Many blessings,Tara

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  28. JonesEthiopiaApril 6, 2009 at 12:46 PM

    Saw your post on the listserv so came over here to check her out. Beautiful and happy! Amazing!

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  29. jenbaumApril 6, 2009 at 9:45 PM

    She's BEAUTIFUL! And, look how happy she is! Congratulations, Brock family!!!!

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  30. SamApril 8, 2009 at 9:45 AM

    Congratulations! She is absolutely adorable!

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  31. MandyApril 9, 2009 at 5:34 PM

    She looks so sweet and happy in your arms! Congratulations!

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