Yesterday was Abby's blessing day. We borrowed a sweet Chinese dress from our friend Kim (thanks Kim!!) and she looked adorable. Hannah wanted to wear a cute Chinese dress so we let her wear one that we had for her and then the boys decided they wanted to wear their Chinese shirts so they did too. It was nice to recognize and honor her birth country in that way and the kids were all proud of her Chinese heritage. She slept peacefully during the blessing and the words spoken made it clear to all of us that she is definitely meant to be in our family and Heavenly Father loves and is mindful of her. What a touching blessing and a wonderful day! We had lots of family come and share their love with Abby - she's still a little wary of strangers (extended family included) but she is making great progress.
She is now wearing the dreaded helmet. Her head is flat on the back and somewhat misshapen from laying in a crib for far too many hours. Hopefully this will help her head grow into a better shape - she has to wear it 23/7 for a few months so we're praying she'll grow fast and it will be over sooner.
She's progressing so quickly. She took her first steps this weekend! When we got her she was barely sitting up and she has caught up so quickly. It has been fun to watch her conquer new tasks and then clap with us for her success. So fun!
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Congratulations Potter Family! I wish we could have been there, but I could feel the Spirit in your writing. Abby is a lucky little girl to have you all. LOL
such great pictures.
My Amanda wore the "dreaded helmet" for 9 months when we first moved to Lawrence. Fun times :)
A lot of people thought I was an over protective parent :)
That's great that she took her first steps! She is such a beauty. The spirite definitely bore witness to everyone in that room that she was meant to be a Potter. It was really special.
How very precious! Congratulations to all of you! I love your family pictures! Abby was so adorable in her cute dress. It was so sweet to see her siblings loving and supporting her too. You all looked amazing! It was a very special blessing for a very special little girl! The pic of you and Abby on your couch is so precious. Abby's smile just lights up the room. It's clear that she's so happy with her mommy. It's great to see her smile. :)
Abby looks cute in her helmet. Anthonie's dr @ PCH said he was borderline and advised against it. I still wonder if ...
I'm so glad that everything worked out for the blessing. Your family photo looks great!
Abby is darling, helmet or not!
We had fun spending time with your family at the Autumn Moon Festival. I know that it will probably be CNY before we see you again, but we will look forward to it.
I can't wait to hear about your temple experience. It truly is a remarkable day.
Love
Kim
Great pictures! You all look happy and healthy! Abby cute in her little helmet- hope all goes well!
It was such a beautiful blessing!
She is so adorable.
Hopefully the time goes by quickly for you all, and the helmet will come off soon.
btw-your family pictures look great!
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