Recently

We hoped and prayed and added this little angel to our family:Which you probably already know (but I'm easing into blogging again).

We're crazy about him.

And adoption in general. It has changed our lives. I'll tell you all about it, a little bit at a time. I think I'm finally ready to do that.

A week ago today our adoption was finalized in court. We took an oath, took the stand, testified, signed papers. It was interesting. Made me think a lot about the miracle and blessing and privilege it is to be a parent. He's officially ours; legally Luke Brian Schow. But you know what? He's felt like ours all along. In fact, I hadn't really been anticipating this day much, as far has him becoming part of our family. However it is nice to be able to relax a little more. To take some of the final steps in the official process.

It was a heart-filling day. Sweet and wonderful. A little like Christmas. Lots of excitement and hullabaloo in the morning; lots of sitting and thinking and enjoying all afternoon as a family. I love spending a day apart. A day different from every other day. It was special.He was happy and gooing and cuddly. Adi was excited and lovey as always.

We're so so blessed.