Wednesday, September 15th was our visit to the US Consulate. We had an interview and took an oath to finalize Willa's Visa. She is no longer a Chinese citizen and when she touches US soil, she will be a US Citizen.
It was actually a pretty emotional ceremony. There was definitely a finality to this whole procedure. Our right hands went down and she was ours! Paul was the one who helped me recognize the moment. After the oath in which I was holding Willa, he took Willa, hugged and kissed her. He then leaned over to me, kissed me, called me "mom", and we hugged as a family; Paul, Willa & me. Tears filled my eyes as the moment and the dream were recognized. Tears of pure happiness!
Paul & Gwyn? Parents? is no longer a question...it is a statement! Paul & Gwyn! Parents!
Aww!!! This is such a long waited happy moment for your guys!!! Can't wait for you to be home!
ReplyDeleteSO AWESOME! Goosebumps! What an amazing family you make!
ReplyDeletePaul, Gwyn and Willa Rose,
ReplyDeleteIt was a pleasure traveling with you. Our girls will always have that special bond, and we look forward to getting together as they grow. Willa Rose will certainly thrive in your loving care! Congratulations on becoming parents!
Nancy, Doug, Rose and Lily