I remember the day Madilyn was placed in my arms and entrusted to myself and Scot on June 15, 2009. Never did I think I would feel so happy and emotional. However, my experience on Wednesday was just as euphoric and emotional. I began to tear up immediately as the Judge entered the courtroom. The past 6 months of waiting to officially become Madilyn's parents culminated in one instant moment when the Judge said those words...
"Up until this moment your responsibility to Madilyn has only been moral, however, once I sign this document you both will have all rights and responsibilities as Madilyn's legal parents. Do you understand?"
I tear up now as I think about Wednesday and the meaning of those words. Scot and I both completely understood the Judge. To actually hear those words spoken to us was so emotional and meaningful. Scot even mentioned to me later that day that in that very moment he thought back to all of those Adoption Stories and Diaries we watched, and he couldn't believe it was our "Adoption Story" coming to fruition. It was even more wonderful to have our family and friends there with us and to give testimony that they believed this was in the best interest of Madilyn.
I've included some pictures with music from Wednesday so please enjoy and I hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Just in case I don't post again prior to 2010. OH and I threw in her Santa picture too! She wouldn't smile for anything.
Love,
B
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