Gotcha Day ... 3 years!!!

I can't believe that 3 years ago today we were in Pskov, Russia finalizing the adoption of our daughter. Today is "Gotcha Day." I said to Jordan this morning, "Happy Gotcha Day!" She said, "Happy I got you day!" Do you think she has a clue?

I asked her the other day if she knew where we got her brother from. Suprisingly, she had a very quick and matter of fact response. "We got him at the McDonalds at the airport!"

Today is far more meaningful for Chris and I. We still remember the long plane and train rides, the vodka taste testing with the nice Russians on the train and our experiences being hosted by a Russian family while in region. Today around 10am, the judge smiled at us and said in Russian, "Congratulations!" We were finally parents.

As I put her on the bus this morning, I realized that wanted to just keep her home and hold her all day. When I told her this she quickly responded that she was going to miss Ms. P. The letter of the week and snack time! How can I compete with Ms. P and goldfish?
Today is a very special day for us... but it is no different then any other day that we celebrate just how lucky we truly are.