mommy24treasures: Saturday

Saturday, September 6, 2008

Saturday

We went to a birthday gathering for a friend today and I was able to snap a few pics of Caitlyn out and enjoying herself.

Also
today there was a little girl at the party a bit older than Chloe that she was playing with. While I was busy with Caitlyn apparently this little girl asked Chloe why did she look different than her mommy? Why was her skin brown?? My sweet girl handled it very well and I am SO glad we have the little adoption talks regularly, reading a Mother for Choco etc... and so glad we call her our Guatemalan Princess continually telling her how beautiful her brown skin and dark hair is. We constantly talk about how God wanted to have a family with all colors of skin and hair and how pretty He thinks she is, since He is her creator.
Chloe explained to this little girl that she was "dopted" That I came to get her when she was a baby in Guatemala. The little girl then got really inquisitive and asked about Chloe's other mother??? I came in on the end of the conversation and Chloe replied before I could even answer "Oh, she means my foster mother" phew.... What a conversation... I just want to always keep my sweeties prepared for these things. I never want them to feel anything but secure in who they are and where they were born and how they came to their forever family. I am so sorry they have to run into occasions such as this, but so proud of my girl for handling it so well at 6 yrs old.
I love these babies to the moon and back and am so thankful for God's plan of adoption...

41 Comments:

It sounds like Chloe handled the question so well - especially for six!! I just spent the afternoon with my nephews and niece, and of course my girls. I cannot tell you how many times I thank God for having adoption as His plan for us. We are so blessed to have these kids. So, so blessed.

Caitlyn is such a beautiful little model. Your photography is amazing. I love her orange outfit, too.

By Michelle R Photography, at September 6, 2008 at 10:31 PM
Chloe handler herself beautifully. I worry about my Livi answering questions because Livi is speech delayed. I get upset just thinking about someone questioning her and Livi not being able to truly respond. I love the pictures on the swing. They are so adorable!!!!

By Chasing Dreams Photography, at September 6, 2008 at 11:09 PM
Wow what a big girl. Way to go Chloe and you can tell that all your talks have helped sweet Chloe know exactly how her family all fits together. I too worry about my kids being hurt by others words and want to prepare them as much as I can. You just never know what the question will be or how they will ask it. Caitlyn looks beautiful as always. She's such a cutie.

By my3 kids, at September 6, 2008 at 11:49 PM
Beautiful pictures as usual! Chloe is such a smart girl and you have done so well preparing her : )

By LaLa, at September 7, 2008 at 7:26 AM
Great job Chloe and great job Mommy for making your girl feel so happy and secure.

Unfortunately these types of conversations come up all the time and I think you are right, if we let our little ones know that God had a plan for them, then it gives them such security to handle these things.

Love the pictures of Caitlyn!

By missy, at September 7, 2008 at 8:54 AM
You must be so proud of Chloe. It's so hard...we all just do the best we can and hope whe that inevitable moment comes, that our children are comfrotable and prepared. Good job.

I love these pictures....I seriously was just talking to a friend yesterday about trying to find a old fashioned board swing just like this for pictures and we decided that her carpenter husband could build us one!!!

Finally...how do you get your pictures to this large size on your blog?? Even when I check large size, mine are not that big!

Thanks for stopping by my blog...I will be back to visit you...your photography is inspiring!!!

By Kate, at September 7, 2008 at 12:27 PM
Connie, if my baby can handle herself half as well as your treasure , i'll be thrilled.
God has such a plan for all our children and i love being part of this most awesome adventure
xxx
ps your photos are stunning: )

By Shawnstribe, at September 7, 2008 at 1:58 PM
Three cheers for Chloe and for her mommy! It must of been a proud moment for you to see her handle this so beautifully.

Once again, your photography is just AWESOME!

By Kim, at September 7, 2008 at 2:02 PM
Beautiful pix as always!
I'm so happy that I had time to stop by and check in!
I hope everything is going well with everyone!

God Bless!

By Ally, big sister to Lillyana, at September 7, 2008 at 2:02 PM
I have so many thought on what you wrote. Chloe is beautiful and so is her reply. I love your image so much - they are beautiful. Also love the look of your blog :-D
Ladybug hugs,
;D

By Pixel Fairy Princess, at September 7, 2008 at 2:28 PM
Connie,

I am so inspired by how you've prepared your children for the tough questions. I know I won't have all the answers to give Lindy but it brings me comfort knowing you and others have crossed the bridge and I can ask for help...

Way to go Chloe for answering with dignity and grace.

Love,
Lisa

By Don and Lisa Osborn, at September 7, 2008 at 3:10 PM
All of us fret about these moments in time. We can only hope that we've prepared our children enough to handle the questions with self-confidence, truth and love. Chloe seems like an eloquent little gal.

By a Tonggu Momma, at September 7, 2008 at 3:54 PM
I am finally home and able to catch up with everyone. THanks for the comments and prayers while I was gone. I am SO glad to be home (with ac and internet!)

I love that picture of Caitlyn with the shutters. That is awesome.

How wonderful that Chloe handled those questions by herself. It is awesome that you have prepared her for them.

By jennifer, at September 7, 2008 at 4:55 PM
Beautiful pictures... I am so thankful that your love and conversations had prepared her as much as possible for this conversation... what a blessing that she got through it and everything is ok... As much as we want to we cannot protect our babies from all THOSE questions...
Jeremy got home from Peru on Tues. over 35 people gave their hearts and lives to Jesus! And they ministered to several churches andtheir fellowships as well...
Thank You Jesus for an incredible harvest on the mission trip.
Love you friend,

By Jewels of My Heart, at September 7, 2008 at 8:03 PM
Oh she did a fabulous job! But of course you are a fabulous Mommy!!! She has learned well!

I love Caitlyn's little lips in these pictures!

By The Byrd's Nest, at September 7, 2008 at 8:18 PM
Lovely pictures Connie....and I know these questions will probably come once Sophia is in Kindergarten....I just pray that I have the answers for her....it sounds like you have done well sweet girl! ;)

By Steffie B., at September 7, 2008 at 8:43 PM
That swing is awesome and so is Chloe for knowing just what to saying and being confident enough to say it:)

By Shari, at September 7, 2008 at 8:47 PM
Oh My Connie! Chloe handled that so well ! It is hard to believe she is only six!

Caitlyn is simply adorable! I love her adorable outfit.

It is nice to see another blended family. God does provide us with beautiful healthy children thorough adoption. I am so proud to be a mommy of my precious Gabby.
I wait with anticipation for #2!

Jody
DTC 4/30/07

By sweet momma luv u, at September 7, 2008 at 10:18 PM
What a big girl she was handling that situation ... I do have a question ... I am not sure if it is because Emily/Maggie seem so close in age, but daily people ask me in front of them, "Are they real sisters." ... I always say yes, but Emily is starting to pick up on it ... What should I do?

By Gwen Oatsvall , at September 7, 2008 at 10:33 PM
Hooray for Chloe! She sure did handle that well! You are right...we have to keep those lines of communication on going so they are prepared for the inevitable questions...thanks for sharing this!

By day by day, at September 7, 2008 at 11:57 PM
Wow, I don't think I could have handle the question as well as Chloe. You have to be so very proud!

By Anonymous, at September 8, 2008 at 1:34 PM
Oh Amen Connie! I don't know where we would all be without His adoption plan - first for us!

I so adore your children and am touched by their precious wisdom!

Lots of hugs and love to you!
Jill

By Unknown, at September 8, 2008 at 2:07 PM
So glad Chloe handled the question so well. We have those talks regularly and I am so glad we do because she has been confronted about looking different than me. I pray that all of our girls will be so strong and confident in who they are and WHO they belong to..and that is our precious Heavenly Father.
These pics are gorgeous. They are so beautiful!!!

By Adele, at September 8, 2008 at 5:19 PM
Connie, could you dress your girls any cuter...I think not!! Caitlyn looks simply like a breath of fresh air.

As for beautiful Chloe, it sounds as though you have prepared her well for these moments in life. I am taking a lesson from you and really thinking about how we are preparing our girls for the inevitable. God has so richly blessed our family - I see the differences and embrace them, but it has nothing to do with appearances and everything to do with the people they are becoming...a mother's love. Thank you for presenting such a tough subject with grace, love and the depth of our Father's devotion, beautiful in every way.

Love,
Heather

By Heather, at September 8, 2008 at 8:41 PM
AAAAAAHHH!!!!
My "24 treasures" FIX.
Beautiful as always!
Chloe, You are one Happenin' Chick!

Andrea

By Andrea, at September 8, 2008 at 9:39 PM
What a smart cookie Chloe is! I am dreading kids asking those type of questions and making comments as Gracie grows older. I only hope we are preparing her fully to answer in security too. What an awesome shot of Caitlin with the flower in front of her nose! Perfection!

By Nicole, at September 8, 2008 at 9:50 PM
I love your new look! Is that beautiful swing in your yard? It is gorgeous (as is the princess on it!!) What an amazing conversation - we just bought A Mother for Choco at our last parent training meeting this weekend and we got Lamb-A-Roo today, both great books for adoption talks!!

By Football and Fried Rice, at September 8, 2008 at 10:31 PM
out of the mouths of babes. chloe is wise beyond her years because she has a loving, caring, wise mother and father. can't blame the curious, uninformed child for asking. i would pray that all children could express their curiosity and all receiving children could be secure and knowledgable enough to respond like chloe. wonderful story.

By Linda ★ Parker's General, at September 8, 2008 at 11:08 PM
Well done Chloe! Well done Connie!

As usual, fantastic pictures!

Also I love Caitlyn's outfit!

By Adoption Blog, at September 9, 2008 at 2:22 AM
Chloe is so mature and so sweet. I am glad she didn't feel uncomfortable but just handled it like a pro. Thankfully my girls have not had this happen yet directly to them but it has happened infront of them to me. I hope someday they will be able to answer with security and confidence like Chloe. Of course my Livi may answer "do you mean my Ayi, or my tummy momma?" Ayla may answer "Oh Ahmoo?" :o)

By 2China4Ayla, at September 9, 2008 at 7:33 AM
Connie, Chloe did such a good job with the questions. With as much love and esteem as you are pouring into your children I cannot imagine them ever having difficulty with being adopted. I love all of your pic's.....especiall the black & white of Chloe in the swing!! Absolutely breath taking. You and your children are so very blessed!
lv,
Kim

By Journey to Lilly!, at September 9, 2008 at 11:05 AM
Simply beautiful!

By fleur de lis cottage, at September 9, 2008 at 11:22 AM
Sounds like you are doing a FABULOUS job, which was totally reflected in the way Chloe handled that situation! :)

We've had a few situations like these too...it's hard, but we are all so blessed!

By Patricia, at September 9, 2008 at 11:34 AM
Love the photos!! Thanks for sharing the story--She did great:) Love your header.

By Michelle, at September 9, 2008 at 1:37 PM
beautiful pics as usual. Way to go Chloe such a mature girl.

By RamblingMother, at September 9, 2008 at 3:01 PM
I love Choco, it's a wonderful book. And she is so beautiful with her dark hair and skin. I love how you are slowly about adoption and how to love yourself.

By redmaryjanes, at September 9, 2008 at 3:28 PM
The pics are gorgeous as always.
You are so smart in preparing your girls for questions. That is exactly what I am going to do too. I want them to be proud of being adopted!

By Paula, at September 9, 2008 at 5:37 PM
No doubt you did a good job and Chloe felt confident in her awesome answer. Good job to both of you! It can be such a touchy subject for children and she handled it well.

By Annette, at September 9, 2008 at 6:43 PM
I do not have that book...I need to check into that. I'm not sure I've ever seen it...
Chloe is wise beyond her years, truly. She has such a mature little heart, I can tell that from just the few times we've been around yall at the zoo. I know these questions are inevitable and I pray I can prepare my babies as well as you have, Connie!
Miss you still! ;)

By The Ferrill's, at September 9, 2008 at 11:29 PM
Such sweet pictures - adorable!

By AmyO, at September 10, 2008 at 12:28 AM
Amazing pictures!!!!

By Tam, at September 12, 2008 at 11:55 AM