First Visitors

I'm gonna have to rewind a bit to finish up the very beginning of Smith's story.  During our two week stay at my parents' house, Smith had several visitors come to meet him.  We had some family members unable to make it to the reception, so they planned a visit.  Coincidentally the day they were able to come was all on the same day.  Ha!

My Uncle Howard, Aunt Patsy, and my cousin Clancy and her daughter drove four hours for the day to spend a few hours with us.  This is why I love my family.  They make time to be there.  And, to me, that's what family is.  My aunt and uncle who were able to make it to the reception also traveled over two hours for the trip too.  We felt special and very loved.  We spent the afternoon watching all the "big kids" - and by "big" I mean not newborns - play all over the floor and crawl all over each other while the grownups passed the new baby around.  It was loud and it was fun!

As it should be.

It wasn't long before Russ's brother and his family also rang the doorbell.  God always works our timing out just perfectly for our adoptions.  Last year, EVERYONE was on the way back from the beach...so a stop in Jackson, MS was no big deal.  This time, Smith was born before my parents left town and during Olivia's fall break.  Olivia is in college very far away, so it was a treat to see her and introduce her to her newest cousin.  Russ's mom took advantage of Jimmy's visit and joined the visit also.  We laughed as Roan pulled out her reading glasses to see Smith's face and Jimmy had to take his glasses off to see them.  One of the may fun things of Russ being the very baby of his family.  Ha!

Later on that week, Season, Stephanie, and Season's son, Hunter joined us for a visit.  Season is Russ's cousin, so that makes Hunter Millie Janalee and Smith's cousin.  Don't ask me what kind of cousin, because that gets me confused.  Season is expecting a baby boy in February.  I see some fun cousin trouble ahead!

Mary Anne and her daughter, Caroline, came over a couple times.  Mary Anne was a huge help while my parents and sister were out of town.  She came over and bathed the girls, helped me get everyone fed, and let me take a shower!  It was like a spa day.  Ha!  Her mom also stopped by and had the honor of feeding Smith a bottle while I showered too.  Such sweet friends!

And I can't forget our hometown children's minister stopping by to bring Millie Janalee surprises and love on Smith.  Jennifer took Millie Janalee outside to read a book.  It made Millie Janalee feel special, and I was thankful.  She also came just in time to help me finish feeding Smith during a bit of chaos.  Perfect timing.  I forgot to get her picture!

Smith is very loved.  By all those who came to visit and sent gifts and well wishes.