Monday, February 9, 2009

He's All That!!

And much much more!! We have our son with us tonight and its absolute magic! The day has been both emotional (in the best way!) and thrilling & we could not imagine a sweeter and more perfect little man for us!

For both Scott and I the moment of seeing him in the doorway of his Foster Mother's home will be in our minds & hearts forever. To finally see this beautiful baby boy who has lived in our hearts & imaginations for so many months was a dream come true. And then it got even better......he was placed into my arms! Oh bliss! While Scott snapped photos and tried to film feverishly, I was completely enchanted by this tiny wonder. He was a bit shy with us at first, but quickly warmed right up. He's a cuddle bug!

His loving foster mother, Mrs. Chen cried sad tears when it was time for us to leave and told us multiple times what a happy, curious and easy baby Tyler Pei-En was/is. Her care & devotion are evident in his happy well adjusted ways and we are just so very charmed & enchanted by him! And so very grateful for her devotion to him!

What have we learned so far? He is a happy happy little guy! He loves to bounce, roll, blow bubbles & raspberries and his giggles are pure music to our ears. He loves his books ( so far!) and LOVES his bottles even more. The only tears so far today have been when he spotted his bottle and Mama was not getting it ready fast enough! LOL And underneath the many layers of clothes is a healthy healthy baby! He is a big boy, but not nearly as big as we had thought. His cheeks are rosy and he chatters and babbles all the time! His sense of humor is already evident and gosh guys, in case its not obvious, we are crazy about him already!

We had been told that we would be meeting the birth mother, but sadly she was unable to come due to the emotions involved. We would have loved to have met her & thanked her for this incredible gift, but completely respect and understand her decision. She did send a note and gift for Tyler and we feel so blessed to have this for him.

Okay....our little man is getting sleepy and Mrs. Chen says he likes to be sang to at night. Hope he doesn't mind Twinkle Twinkle Little Star! :)

I promise more soon and am so thrilled to share this with you all! Thanks so all for your love and support!!

Lauren's Corner: Hi Sweetheart! We have your baby brother here and guess what?? His favorite page in his photo album is the picture of YOU!! We are telling him all about you and he smiles big when we say your name!! How blessed and lucky we are to have you and Tyler in our lives forever!! Mama, Daddy and Tyler love you so much!! Miss you!










There are more photos to come, but we are exhausted ( happily ) so they will have to wait a bit!! We also tried to upload some video but are unable to tonight. Will try to add some tomorrow!! :)

25 comments:

Michelle said...

Awwww....CONGRATULATIONS!!! I'm SO happy for you guys! Your happiness is just gushing out of your words. :) Enjoy your new baby boy!

Michele M said...

Oh Lisa

I am so happy for your both.

Tyler is absolutely adorable. He looks so alert, happy and healthy. A real cutie. Love the close up shot.

Hugs,
Michele

Terry said...

WOW, Big huge WOW!!
I checked first thing when I got to work today, don't tell the boss :-) LOL!
Lisa and Scott, your son is so adorable!!! He looks so happy to be there with you! Happy tears are flowing right now for your family. Congratulations on your Special Forever Family Day!!

Terry

Room for More said...

Oh Lisa, I have crocodile tears! I am so happy for you all! Tyler is just scrumptious! Congratulations again!

QingLu Mama said...

OHHHHH!!!!! I haven't even read your post, I only got as far as looking at his adorable face!! I am just so happy for you, Tyler looks like a sweet and happy little guy and the two of you, well actually the three of you, look just blissful! Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful event!
Jennifer

Kerry said...

Lisa- happy tears streaming here! He is perfect- beautiful.
I have been waiting for that photo of the three of you together (now I only need to see baby Tyler with your sweet Lauren).

An amazing day. We are so very happy for you. Hugs and kisses to your baby boy.
Kerry

Sarah k said...

WAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh my gosh!!! I loved learning about Tyler and how things went! SO BLESSED! It sounds amazing thus far and I am praying that adjustment goes well along with travel! I know you guys are on cloud nine...maybe even an exhausted could nine..lol. BUT this is wonderful news and my heart smiles for you!!!!! Enjoy your time with him in his birth place!!!! I am just so happy for you!!!!!

Sarah k

Mark & Kris said...

Concratulations, guys!!! Tyler is adorable! Can't wait to see more pictures! Enjoy your little guy!

couey2007 said...

I am so happy for all of you. I wish you the best. Get lots of pictures of him in Taipei!!!

Michelle C, AL JOH

Angel said...

Congratulations!!!! He's beautiful!!! I know Lauren can't wait for you to bring him home!!!

Journey to our baby said...

Ouuuuuu, we are SO HAPPY for your family! Congratulations! What a sweet little man :) He is so cute, and can't wait to see more pics, what a wonderful feeling you must have right now:)

Suzy

Anne Marie said...

And there he is at last! Oh, Lisa, he is gorgeous! I couldn't be happier for you, Scott, Lauren and Tyler. What a beautiful, beautiful family!!!!!

QingLu Mama said...

Lisa, I finally got to actually read the post and now I'm crying all over again! Happy happy tears though. What a wonderful description of both your darling son and the moments of meeting him! Your words show all the joy and awe you must be feeling, and all the love for your new son! I am so glad he has so much sparkling personality, he sure looks like a happy little guy in the pictures. And I love that he loves to see his big sister's photo...They already are connecting! OK, I've gotta go get a tissue now! Thank you for sharing! Jennifer

mckenna and zack said...

Oh Lisa and Scott!!! We are so happy for you!! He is just an absolute little angel and looks so healthy and happy! How lucky you are and how lucky Tyler was to have such a doting foster mom! I know you are so anxious to get him back home and I am sure Lauren and your parents just can barely wait!! We have really enjoyed following along in your blog!! We hope you have a safe trip home and a good transition for Tyler!
Congrats!
Jen and Scott

loffer said...

Congratulations Lisa and Scott!!!! I know this is one of those days that you'll never forget. What a sweet blessing he is, and how blessed he is to have such wonderful parents and such a sweet big sister!

Lora O.

Staci said...

Congratulations! He's adorable!! Enjoy your new boy. :)

Tish said...

he is dreamy!

rachel said...

CONGRATULATIONS!!!! i am so overjoyed for you! the day has finally come! thank you for posting pictures for us all to see! he is gorgeous, and you, Lisa, are simply radiant! can't wait for lauren to meet the little guy!

Casey said...

Oh my...he is so perfect! He looks so happy & healthy!
So happy for you!!

Enjoy the rest of your trip.

Casey

Lisa said...

oh love it.Lisa Congrats. He is absoultely perfect. Thank you for sharing him with us.
lol
Lisa R.

Heather - The Wanna-be Super Mom said...

What a beautiful little man! I am so happy for you that he is finally in your arms! I am crying happy tears for you as I read your post!!! SO, SO thrilled for you!!!

Nicole said...

Lisa-he's a doll! Too cute for words! :)
Congratulations-so happy he's safely in your arms! Have a wonderful trip and safe flight home!
nicole

Kerry said...

Hope you are just enjoying your boy today and taking it all in. Came back to see how your secind day together went.
Thinking of you all and hoping all is well.

hugs
Kerry

PamFitz said...

You've got to be floating on clouds! He is absolutely adorable. Thank for sharing your journey, I can't wait to see more pictures!
Pam - JOH

Precious Wonders and Little Monkeys said...

CCONGRATULATIONS!!!! Oh my look at that FACE... so so handsome and those cheeks and that sweet baby fuzz. What a wonderful moment and so many wonderful moments to come. Thank you so much for letting us be a part of the joy. It is contagious you know... all that joy. What a sweet precious moment to tell him about his foster mother and tell how she told you about his love of music so much that you wanted to find the perfect song and hoped Twinkle Little Star would soothe his musical ear.

Okay I'm just living in your happiness for a moment. I'm so thrilled he is coming home to you guys and soon you will have safe travels and a Happy Homecoming all together.

Take care, Sara