We are so blessed.

Things are going VERY well.

J.J. has adjusted AMAZINGLY. I take that back, he hasn't really had to adjust, he just fit right in from the get go. It's very strange and refreshing at the same time.

He has slept through BOTH nights that he has been here, in his crib. He is eating well also and has such a sweet personality. He is happy, giggly and very friendly. He loves it when you talk to him and has the cutest little squeals. He is also very strong, like a tiny ox! I finally got some time this morning to go through his things. I am a little disappointed with what he came with.....it's scanty to say the least. Most of the clothing was too small or too big, some of it was stained or ratty. We are building up his wardrobe. I had SO MUCH fun shopping for him yesterday. He and Makily are going to be the best dressed babies in Florida!

It's funny because when we were called about him my biggest concern with taking him was what his temperment would be like because of his past. I was terribly afraid he would be excessively cranky, moody and unhappy. Allen and I struggled with that issue back and forth and decided to go for it anyway.

We are so happy we did. I read through the majority of his file last night, it made me very sad. Sometimes life is incredibly unfair and it makes me sad that some babies get such a rough start even before they are born. It's amazing to know what his life has been like, what kind of start he had and then to see him so happy and sweet.

Babies are resilient.

He fits right in with our family.....Makily's a fighter and so is he.

This morning I put him in the bumbo seat next to Makily on the floor. She kept patting on him and smiling. She really likes him and he likes her too. I can't get over how "okay" with it Makily has been. We are trying to give her extra attention so she does not feel left out at all. Honestly though she seems totally fine like nothing has happened.

We are trying to get into a routine and I know tomorrow will be the test because I will have both kids by myself. Makily has to go to school in the morning, then I have to take J.J. to the doctor (A doctor visit is required within 72 hours of a placement for obvious legal reasons).

For obvious reasons everyone is trying to guard their hearts. Myself included but I am not sure how good of a job I am doing with that. My hope and prayer is that if he does go back home that we will be able to deal with it gracefully and continue to help other babies that need and deserve the love J.J. does.

Pray for our family, continue to pray for Makily and pray for little J.J.