We're Hopeful....

That tomorrow will be the big day!  This reminds me a lot of the end of pregnancy - and all the Mommies will know what I mean.  ;-)  Every day you are HOPING that it will be the day, and trying not to cry if it isn't.  ;-)

We are not wearing the same clothes every day - It is an optical illusion.

This morning we did the usual breakfast buffet routine and then headed to a Carrefour - a french version of Wal-Mart.  Gracie had gotten into the probiotics so we were in need of more diapers.  ;-)  Enough said.  She will have a very clean system by the time we get home.  

We also picked up wipes and more Oreos - the essentials.  Raspberry, Tiramisu, Green Tea Ice Cream, and Lemon.  Don't worry, all snack size.  ;-)  We also found our white elephant gift for this Christmas.  In fact, it was so good, we bought 
two.  ;-)  Look out Yackey team!

We found some China size skillets ;-)

And a tiny box of Cheerios for $3!

This scooter opened and closed which the boys 

thougth was pretty fun.

When we came out it was pouring rain and the Daddies all had to chase down cabs.  One of them somehow lost his footing and feel over backwards into the bushes - I missed it but we all still got a good laugh!

Looking forward to car seats and driving laws!  Lanes seem to be more of a suggestion here.

This afternoon we headed back to the park and Caleb and Mason tried out the amusement park ride where they got to ride a "pedal car" - they pedeled around the amusement park in a car on a track.  Travis said "can you imagine a kid in America wanting to ride this?!?"  They've also gotten to watch the Lego movie with Sam and Isaac and play lots of UNO!

Our naptime on the floor ;-)

I'm really trying to enjoy this time with my 4 precious kiddos here and it has been very sweet.  Reed and Grace are really making progress.  It's fun to see them smile so much (I was truly concerned it would be months for Reed), Grace is no longer panicked in the elevator.  She gets a bit stressed but I can talk calmly to her and reassure her.  This is good, as we are on the 12th floor.  Both are very interactive and try to imitate what we do, and Grace has been giving me kisses.  She gave Reed a kiss tonight as well.  She seems to be understanding some of our english and we've been able to teach her to sign "help please" rather than throw a fit; she signs it most of the time!  She dances to music, which is precious.  Lastly, Daddy is reading to them now, and this is the closest she's gotten to him voluntarily and happily!  

Reed is doing great, just developmentally and physically like a one year old.  Travis and I both remarked tonight that we keep having to remind ourselves he's almost two.  I'm sure in time he will catch up just fine.  

We'll let you know what happens tomorrow; thank you again for all of your sweet prayers and notes!  I'm sorry I haven't had time to reply to each of you but we've been so encouraged by each of you, and are incredibly blessed to have such loving friends!