Today has been a day much like yesterday. Some meltdowns and some smiles. Zaleeya is coming out of her shell little by little. Today we enjoyed a nice meal at Pizza Hut (yes, Zeena ate in a Pizza place!) where she actually played with the menus and tried to eat our spagetti. However between all the playing she still whines a lot and needs to be held- everyone is telling us it's normal. Our major milestone was learning how to drink out of a sippy cup! And I'm marveling at how messy feeding a one year old can be. Thank goodness all my travel clothes are already dirty!
So instead of giving you a specific play by play of the day, we've decided to give you a list of things that we see so far in Zaleeya that are like us. It's kind of amazing! Here are our favorites:
1. Curly hair like her mom: what are the chances of getting a baby with a mop of curls just like Zeena.
2. Taller than most Indians, like both her parents: you won't believe how long her limbs are. It's hilareous!
3. Flops around in her sleep like her mom: I'm sure this is true for most kids but we like to believe she takes after Zeena.
4. Loves her food like her mom: this girl gets seriously cranky when she hungry and sees her food. Sounds like someone we know!
5. Eyes and forehead like her dad: the resemblance is striking and her eyes show the warmth and love that her father is famous for.
We thought this was nice to share. Maybe those of you who meet her will find more traits that link her to her new parents. Thank you to all who are reading and commenting on this blog. It's so fun to have you with us on this journey!
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I think you guys are having loads of fun already.
Did you delete "Mommy daughter sleeping together" photo from your previous post? I really loved that one.
Things seem to be improving - remember you are doing everything you need to! She just wants the reassurance you guys are there for her. (btw - thanks for the pictures of Debarpan)
Michele
She does resemble you two so much already and as she picks up triats from you both there will be no doubt that this little girl is and was meant to be a Dhalla!
It is amazing how that happens! Looking at the pictures all along I have thought that she seems to be the perfect mix of both of you. She truly is meant to be your daughter!!!
There is such a beautiful and peaceful energy present in your wonderdful new family. Cadence has been looking at the photos and cannot wait to meet her new friend! I am so happy for you. ( And Keith keeps commenting on how cool a guy Azeem is and looks forwrad to our next softball season. )
Safe travels....
Jean
Thank you again for the pics of Neon! I SO appreciate it. Also, I think your little one looks just like you both. She really is precious and seems to be doing well.
Amy T
Have fun getting to know each other more -- you're off to a great start, judging by the list! What a sweet idea, and a confirmation that you were meant to be together!
-- Nancy
Believe it or not, I have been glued to your blog... I know, I know this is the first time I'm posting a comment. I am so happy for you! I have shed so many tears of joy on this journey. She is beautiful! She'll adjust more every day. It looks & sounds like you're doing a great job even if it doesn't feel like it. I love you and can't wait to talk to you this weekend.
Look at you guys....you're pros at this parenting thing. She's adorable and it looks like things are getting better all the time.
Isn't it amazing how the children we adopt seem to be hand picked just for our fammilies?
The best part about being adoptive parents is discovering that the union of your family was simply meant to be! Which looks to be the case here too :)
She is just adorable. You make a lovely family.
Julie R
She sounds like she is doing wonderfully. She will slowly come out of her shell. Ananya is very slow to adjust to new things. Just give her lots of love like you are. I'm not sure I actually put Ananya down in the 11 days after we got her before we got home.
Along the lines of this post, you should listen to the Marc Cohn song "The Thinks We've Handed Down". You have seen it already, and will agree, Zaleeya will be a magical blend of you both (her loving parents).
I love the list of all the things you have in common with your beautiful daughter. She is the perfect fit for your family. I love the new pics.
April
Zaleeya is adorable and reminds me of the two of you!
You are all blessed to have each other in your lives.
Safe travels home.
Anxious to meet Zaleeya!
Love you guys,
I love reading your story thank you for sharing it! Just hang in their as she trusts you more and more the crying will subside. You are doing a great job just keep doing what you are doing.
PS. Just in case have suckers handy on the airplane. If she won't drink or eat snacks to pop her ears a sucker may just do the trick!
Congratulations from someone who just "came across" your blog. As a child who was brought into another home at the age of about 2, I would just caution you to remember what you bring to your daughter and what your daughter brings to you in the adoption. While it may be comforting to you that she resembles you physically, this child received her curls and long limbs from her birthparents. Particularly when adopting an older child, please be aware that she comes to you with a previous life and parentage. I hope you will complement her on her beauty when she gets older and attribute those physical characteristics to her birthparents. There are so many other wonderful traits she will undoubtedly gain from you two over the years to focus on. Would you love or be less proud of her if she did not resemble you? Of course not. It is important with older children to acknowledge the adoption openly to them early and often. If too much emphasis is put on her physical similarity to you that will be a source of confusion for your daughter. Please accept my intrusion in the spirit it is meant to be - the best interests of your daughter. All love and luck to you as a family.
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