Felmata prefers peanut butter sandwhiches with NO CRUSTS over injera (an ET staple)
Felmata loves dogs. In particular, one adorable welsh terrier named Edi.
Felmata has a sister and brother he adores. He thanks God for them often. The best part is ... the feeling is mutual!
Felmata has a daddy who reminds him often that he'll never leave our family.
Felmata has neighbor friends and school friends and church friends who think he rocks!
Felmata is fluent in the English language. He can recognized all the letters ... and their sounds!
Felmata has grandmas and grandpas and aunts and uncles and cousins who love him like he's always been part of our family.
Felmata knows he is wanted. He is loved. He was chosen. He will never be abandoned again.
Felmata has hope for a future.
Felmata knows who Obama is and finds great joy in the fact that the leader of the free world has "brown skin".
Felmata can ride a 2 wheel bike with no training wheels. Although stopping is an issue, it doesn't matter to him!
Felmata has a Mom who is humbled and honored and amazed at the fact that she gets to be a part of his life.
Here we are one year ago outside of the orphanage in Addis Ababa Ethiopia. So much has changed! We are excited for what the next year has in store for this amazing child who has brought so much joy into our home!
1 comment:
Beautiful story, beautiful family. Being an aunt to 3 adopted children, I appreciate the blessing that these amazing children bring to our lives. Praying for all of you as you continue the family journey.
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