One week home

We've survived our first week home ... it's been a rough one, though! I'm pretty sure that we underestimated the effect the jet lag would have on Anna. She has really had a hard time sleeping!! The first 5 days she was awake on and off from 8pm to midnight and awake and pretty upset from about midnight until 5am, then would crash for a few hours. Greg and I were on survival-mode until about 2 days ago, when Anna finally started adjusting a little and we all were able to get a little more sleep. I'm hopeful that in another week or so she'll be fully adjusted. Then we can start slowly getting her used to her crib ... she is in a pack-n-play next to our bed right now which is where she seems to feel most secure.

Other than our sleep issues (and cutting 2 molars), Anna seems to be adjusting to her new home. She is enjoying playing with her toys and exploring her new environment. She's getting more curious about our cat ... and our cat more curious about her. We have yet to introduce her to the dogs, other than through the back door glass. We'll work up to that ... two 70lb dogs probably look like horses to her!

Greg starts back to work next week and Anna and I are going to miss him greatly!! I couldn't have survived this week if he would have gone back to work already.

We wanted to thank everyone that has helped us survive this first week - all of the food you all provided was appreciated more than you'll ever know. It was so nice not to have to worry about cooking! Thanks also for your thoughts and prayers during this journey and we ask that you continue to pray for Anna as she continues to adjust to her new home and family.

Here are some pictures from our first week home. Have a wonderful weekend!!