Mama Mine

April 10, 2009 marks the one year anniversary since Carina came home. I have been pondering the right words to describe this past year. I have to be honest, some aspects of it were ugly. It was quite an adjustment for Carina, and for me as well. There are some things that no amount of reading could prepare me for. Somehow, we both figured each other out over time. As of today she eats well, sleeps well, talks well,runs well, and is a whole lot of fun. She is mine in every sense a daughter should be. While saying this, it still doesn't describe what my heart truly feels about this wonderful little girl, or how close we have become.

I thought I would just not comment on this day. Sometimes, certain things are better off left unsaid, until it came to me today. Cari and I were sitting on the couch together just playing with a toy. . At a particular point, she kissed my knee and hugged my legs. She then looked in my eyes and said "Mama Mine." She has claimed me as her mommy. This says it all.