After a few long and bumpy flights, we are in Kokshetau, and this morning we finally got to Owen! He is amazing, adorable, sweet, beautiful!
He's a very happy and content baby who we quickly found loves to be thrown in the air, bounced about and flown around the room. One of the care takers told our interpreter that we "should not be shy with him; he likes motion". I think the jumperoo at home will be a big hit! He is also pretty smooth with his rolling over action and sits up with help.
Of course we also spent a lot of time just holding and talking to him which he seemed to like - especially if he could grab one of our fingers to chomp on ... his two little bottom teeth are already in!
After his bottle, a diaper change and more cuddling, he fell asleep in my arms. That was the most amazing joy; without a doubt this little boy is so worth all it took to get here.
I'll write more about Kokshetau, our quest for an apartment (we are in a hotel now), our travel partners, food, daily life, etc. in later posts once the routine sets in. Thanks for your comments - we love hearing from you!
17 comments:
Yeah!!!! I'm so happy to hear you guys made it safe and sound. And Owen is soooooooooo cute. I love the pictures of him. He looks so happy and content in Daddy's arms. And I love the look he's giving Mommy. He will so love the jumperoo. Sounds like he will give Samantha a run for her money. Can't wait to meet him.
Love,
Kris
Hi Jo and Bob,
Just got in the door from food shopping and Kris rang to say that you had the blog working. Ran upstairs and gazed on the most wonderful pictures in the world, you guys with your son. He is adorable!!! Hope you have many happy visits with him. When is court??? Looking forward to updates! Love to you all. Mom and Dad K Kisses and Hugs to all!!!
YIPEE!!! He is gorgeous!! I'm thrilled for you guys and SO relieved to read your post about how your first visit went with him!!
Sending you big, big hugs,
Susan (and Scott and Jack)
We were glad to hear that you arrived safely. It is so wonderful to see the pictures of the three of you. Owen is so cute! He will give you such joy and challenges on the next phase of your life journey. We look forward to updates and more pictures. Most of all we look forward to having all three of you home!
Love,
Aunt Cathy & Uncle Rich
How sweet!!! Owen is absolutely adorable and it looks like he's just as content with you guys as you are with him! What great news!! The best is yet to come!!
xo,
Courtnay
Love the pictures. He is simply adorable. And so content to just be with Mom and Dad. Hugs to you all. Keep the updates coming. We're so happy to share your good news.
Love, Bren, Nick and the kids
Jodi & Bob,
Phones are ringing, horns are blowing with cheers of happiness in Cliveden Reach!!
I'm so happy for you and your guys, Owen is simply beautiful, I swear he is almost cuter than Brent as a baby!
I have a feeling, the girls in school will call him HOT, HOT, HOT Owen Mechem!!
Post when you can, give yourself, Bob and Owen a hug for me. Good luck with housing, remember it does all work out in the end.
Love You,
Sherry,
PS. He looks like a SHOPPER to me!!
I am so, so happy for you 'three', I have prayed and prayed for this 'message'. I will call Maria and Todd and other family right away...
What a wonderful day!
Jodi and Bob - cute as bug, he is!! I'm thinking he might be Malia's long-lost bro:-) We're beyond beyond happy for you guys. I had tears in my eyes when I read about him falling asleep in mommy's arms - **SIGH** - what a dream come true. Can't wait to meet the little guy.
Love, Deb, Scott and Malia
YAHOOO! I'm was so excited to see your moms email that i could barely click on the link fast enough! I'm so excited for you guys! Owen is so cute! Can't wait to see more pictures of you all and look forward to meeting Owen. Keep the pictures comin.
All the best, from Haymarket, Va.
Kelli, Lee, LJ, Julian and Tyus
I was so excited to read your message and hear the wonderful news I didn't scroll down and didn't see the pictures until after I left my comment. Talk about overwhelmed... He is so, so precious. I copied the pictures and went straight over to share them with Maria and Todd, you can imagine her tears of joy. Todd couldn't tell who was happier Owen or Bobby. We love you - Mom
He is absolutely adorable and handsome. We are so glad you made it there safely. Enjoy every minute with your new son. The pictures are great -we can't wait to meet him in person.
Love
Jeanne and Bud
He's just sooo adorable. Can't wait till he's home with you guys!! Lots of luv and prayers coming your way. Aunt Sue
Such exciting and wonderful news! Can't wait to see you all in person. Hey Cearra, if you're reading these posts we're sending a "Congratulations, Big Sister" hug to you!
Love, Jeff and Chris :)
Tears of joy and happiness are streaming down my face. I just checked the old blog to see if there were any updates and WOW, WHAT AN UPDATE!. Your son is beautiful. The pictures are awesome. I echo the other comments in that I love Bob's smile and how Owen is looking at Jodi. All the best for an easy time in Kokshetau and safe travel home. Amanda, Todd, Bobby and Courtney
I'm so thrilled everything is going well! Have been so eager to hear about your trip and first meeting with Owen, and have been thinking of you guys all week.
So happy for you!
Congratulations!!! What a beautiful baby, he is a lucky little boy to have a very special set of parents! Many blessings to you.
Krista
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