MATT, SHARI, SARAH (7), ANNA (4)
Everyday is such a gift! We are so blessed! God's has blessed us with two beautigul healthy girls! Sarah was born in Magnitogorski, Russia and grew in our hearts until she came home at 7.5 months. What an amazing blessing and experience. Then in 2006 Anna Faith, who is also Russian, was born in Semey, Kazakhstan and came home in 2008 at 16 months old. Life is full and every step of our adoptions we knew was being lead by God. When you go to the orphanges and see these little ones, you look in their eyes and you know they just need a family. It turns out that you are the ones blessed and we are so in awe of God's grace in our lives. Which brings us to today. Long story, thanks to my girl friend Sue. God opened our hearts and we are now bringing Samatha Noel Ying home! Every child deserves the love, hugs and future a family brings. If you even think God is speaking to you about adoption, open your heart and let the blessings pour in!



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Sunday, August 14, 2011

Samantha's First Day of Church

Today was Samantha's first day of church.  She sat very nicely, except a few outburst of laughter.  We were so glad to be back and see our friends and share Samantha's home coming.


Samantha's first day of church




Posted by Shari at 8:49 PM

2 comments:

Kristen said...

My oldest, 8 yr. old Daniel, was looking at your pics over my shoulder today and said so matter of factly "Well at least she knows how to smile!" ;0) She has so many reasons to smile! Many blessings to all your smiling girls! We rejoice with you! ~Kristen for the Rieckes

August 15, 2011 at 4:07 PM
Debbie Sauer said...

She is so cute. Blessings

July 24, 2012 at 11:54 PM

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Samantha April 2011

Samantha April 2011
Samantha's Update! She is reported to be healthy and extroverted- oh no! We are excited she will be home soon!

Who we all have been waiting for! Samantha - "One who listens to God"

Who we all have been waiting for! Samantha - "One who listens to God"
Sitting Pretty waiting for my heart to be taken!

Timeline to Samantha

Timeline to Samantha
Found "Noel", LOI - 10/04/10, I797 approved 12/30/10, LID - 2/15/11, LSC April 4, 2011!!!, Article 5 May 30, June 1 waiting on TA, Happy Birthday Samantha we received our TA today June 22 on your 3rd B-day!

Our Kiddos .......................................... Sarah Elizabeth Valentina - 7 years old

Our Kiddos .......................................... Sarah Elizabeth Valentina - 7 years old
Sarah Beth, our amazingly smart and sweet girl. Next to swinging and playing outside she loves to play in her butterfly garden and jounal about her butterflies. She is a good lizard catcher, loves animals and is very kind to them. Sarah also enjoys gymnastics and musical theatre. Sarah is our comfort and joy. We love you Sarah!

Anna Faith - 4 years old

Anna Faith - 4 years old
Anna is the happiest little camper around! Anna wakes up smiling and singing and goes to bed smiling and singing! She loves her big sister and her school. Anna is a petite little girl with a big spirit. Anna loves helping mommy plant flowers, mostly she likes the water and mud! Anna is our heart smile! We love you Anna!

Matt

Matt
I guess you knew there was a Dad! Matt currently works from home for a wonderful mission, BTJ. They actually work within China! We are very blessed by having the people he works for in our lives. Pella and Evie are wonderful examples and friends.

Beatrice

Beatrice
Beatrice, our third child is from Southeastern Guide Dogs in Palmetto, FL. What a wonderful organization-please support them! Beatrice is 2 yrs. old and was trained as a guide dog, but did not pass her hip evaluation so she is now an Ambassador for Southeastern Guide Dogs. We are receiving training to take Beatrice to the Children's hospital, Children Story Time and other venues. This has always been something I have wanted to do and now my girls get to share and learn how we can all help each other.

About the Mom...I love being a mom, it is the best thing in the world! I look forward to every minute I can spend with my girls. My days are full as I work full time with a great company, Novo Nordisk. I represent the greatest products for people with Diabetes. I must say I have been blessed by having the greatest Manager and partner anyone could ask for. Things that make me me..my Faith and my family. I love you Mom! My hobbies and things I get lost in include photography, gardening, cyclying, the beach, fishing and vacations!I have some of the greatest friends! My wish is to make a difference every day in these precious little lives, for they have forever touched me.