She arrived this Tuesday afternoon.<p>All is fine.<p>We are amazed.<p>Love and happiness is around.<p>Grandparents. H and I are Grandparents! She has one Uncle. She has great-Grandmothers and Great-Grandfathers.
Great Aunts and Uncles! Lot's of cousins.
Second Cousins. Joy is surrounding us all.<p>What a truly family fun time w/laughter and happiness, who'd have thought that less than a year from oc's birth God would erase all the tradgedy we had with such overwhelming love?<p>I know God is slow in answering prayers in some cases, but HIS goodness is here in the miracle of our son's daughter. Our DIL is a saint and we love her too. SHE did the job well.<p>Glory comes to the birth of a baby in a married couples life!
No complications of who is "MOM" or who is "DAD".<p>She will have two loving parents with no overnight stays or arguing over $ in court.<p>God's plan is best..... morality has no attachments.... It shows in our family.
We are blessed more than words can say.<p>In Jesus Name...AMEN!!!!<p>love,
Debi<p>[ April 14, 2002: Message edited by: gemini1 ]</p>

Gem,<p>Congrats! She's a big girl! Good luck with yor new role as a Grandmother!<p>Unsure

Dear Debi,<p>Congratulations to you and Mr. G. I know how much you have been looking forward to this.<p>I know what it is like to feel like you have (mostly) closed the chapter on the infidelity and have begun a new phase of your life. We feel that way with the adoption. It is our chance to begin again. Our having children together has taken some of the sting out of Mr. J having a child w/ someone else. Actually, I think of Precious as both of our's stepchild. Neither one of us is really a parent to her. We are more like steps or God parents. We fly in, spend a few days with her, give her some new toys and clothes and fly out.<p>Have a wonderful life with your new granddaughter. You deserve this happiness.<p>God is good indeed. His loving kindness endures forever.<p>MJ<p>[ April 13, 2002: Message edited by: MaryJanes ]</p>

Thanks Unsure for the well wishes.<p>Maryjanes thank you too. I read a lot of your past few weeks and I am so happy for you and Mr.MJ.
Your parenting skills are fine. It will be a trying time for the boys and you and H. Before you know it a routine will set in. <p>God has blessed you so much. I remember a while back when you weren't sure what was going on and look what has happened!<p>Nice to hear from you. I don't visit often. No time except a little on weekends.<p>love
Debi

Gem,<p>I am so happy for you and your family!!!!! I am also glad to hear that there were no complications, and the new family is doing well!<p>Love,<p>Tigger

Dear, dear friend,<p>Add my congratulations to the bunch!<p>When you have a chance let us know the name of your new baby granddaughter!<p>I am so happy for you, Debi! I believe you had the most dramatic turnaround in MB history. God is so good and He answers prayers if we ask. It is an extra-special thing when a child who is wanted for both her parents and her family comes into the world.<p>All my best wishes to you and your H, the proud new parents and that sweet baby girl.<p>love,
heavenly

Yes, it IS nice to welcome a baby into this world in the best of circumstances. CONGRATULATIONS!

Tigger4jdt, I simply love this new role! Thanks!<p>Sweet Heavenly, She's precious and looks like a little doll. I and my family are blessed.<p> <blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><hr>I believe you had the most dramatic turnaround in MB history. <hr></blockquote> I am greatful for the repair to my marriage. If my H wasn't fully committed, from the beginning he said, please forgive me, don't leave me, I don't think this could have happened.<p>We all remember last year at this time. I was sadly ready to divorce H. <p>Heavenly you guided me through my q's with answers that helped me. I listened with my heart. It took a while. Once H and I did a poja, things began to get easier. <p>It's now cs/health ins for oc. We learned to live with that. It doesn't hamper our way of living. <p>H and I talked on Easter as we spent it alone together. I was worried that our granddaughter's birth a year from oc would spark H into wishing for oc.<p>H said that he would never think of seeing oc after all this time. He wishes that it could all go away and that he still feels he ruined my life along with his because of ow choices. Ow has 3 other c's and is still married in name only. If ow moves w/H to Florida it would mean she reconciled w/her H. H hopes for that. H feels sorry for oc. I do too. We both know it would mean constant interaction with the queen of drama to ever see oc. I simply can't do that. For the sake of my mental health, and the well being of our marriage. H cannot see why he had me try seeing oc in the first place. He said it felt strange and it hurt him to see me hold the baby.<p>His feelings toward oc were not the same as for our son when he was born. He then knew it wouldn't be for the best. His mind was in a different place back then and he was totally confused. <p>BTW, the most important thing was to keep our name for us and not oc. Through the courts, oc will bear ow's other c's surname. That was my small peace of mind. As our son's. As well as H and his family.<p>Just wanted to update you on things.<p>As for ow, I recently saw her and oc and D at drug store.
#1 she immediatly came to checkout when she saw me. (I ignored them)
#2 She spoke out loud for me to hear of her and kids spending spring break in Florida. (with her H)
#3 As I walked out she came right out behind me and guess what? Parked right next to me. I got in the car and left w/o turning my head.<p>SHE STILL is as forward as ever and acts entitled.<p>I told H. He said not to back down and say whatever I want. I just keep the peace though...heh..heh..heh.. also oc is her spitting image. To me, another blessing.<p>Granddaughter's name is "Mia". From the movie "The Fast and The Furious"<p>BTDT, I didn't forget you. Thank you. Also thanks for your infinate wisdom on this board. You have helped me many times. <p>love
Debi

A super congratulations to you too!! Mia is a beautiful name, I know she will bring you much joy, only thing better than being a parent is being a grandparent (my mother says [img]images/icons/grin.gif" border="0[/img] ).<p>Bridgette

Dear Grandma Deb<p>Congratulations on your first beautiful grandchild!<p>Aside from the immense joy you and your husband will give and receive in this new little person's life, you'll enjoy taking your grandchild out for walks this summer and perhaps for overnight stays at your house. Bipolar likes to pretend our granddaughter is our daughter and never corrects strangers when they say "What a charming and beautiful little girl you have." We just smile and say thank you.<p>Interesting side note, Deb; Bipolar seems to get whatever it is that he is missing or struggles with in his OC situation of 'no contact' by having a close relationship with his granddaughter. It seems to fill that void. Maybe your husband will too, if that is even an issue.<p>Just a thought. Anyway, many happy thoughts, wishes and prayers to you and yours.<p>Love<p>Catnip =^^=

someone's 1st_mo I thank you so! We are delighted!<p>Dear snarly ole' Catnip [img]images/icons/grin.gif" border="0[/img] ,
I appreciate the congrats very much.
This little girl is fast becoming the apple of Grandpa's eye!
We are so proud of son and dil.
They are great parents to little Mia. Jumping at her smallest whimper.<p>Son takes after Grandpa for changing dirty diapers. He first tried on day one home from hospital. We heard a HUGE gag....and we all laughed so hard. I mean he had tears in his eyes from gagging.....Oh! does he have a long way to go.....heh...heh...<p>Thanks again Catnip.
love,
Debi

Deb,<p>I'm late in posting, but hope you will overlook it (giving you puppy dog eyes). <p>8 lbs 13 oz, huh? Boy oh boy do I remember what THAT felt like. Jonas was only 8 lbs, though. Still, when you compare the size and weight to...well you know what I mean. I'm happy and excited for you! We love our children greatly, but my mom says grandkids are even better. Or maybe she was just saying that in regard to ME. Hmmm, I never thought about it before. I'll have to ask her about that. <p>So, do you prefer Grandma or Granny? [img]images/icons/wink.gif" border="0[/img] <p>OB1<p>[ April 19, 2002: Message edited by: ohbratti1 ]</p>

[QUOTE]Originally posted by gemini1:
[QB]She arrived this Tuesday afternoon.<p>
Congradulations, thank goodness she is healthy! I mean that in the best way.<p>On a sad note, I think your thread was started at the wrong place and your digs were uncalled for. Since you are a believer in God as you reference, he is creator of all things and this includes all children. Bless their little hearts. All of them, not just those conceived in wed-lock. Hopefully your beautiful new spirit will never have overnight stays or court battles. But it does happen to those children of divorce so keep praying for your family. I don't wish anyone such pain.
Glory is found in the birth of a loved child.

Woooooooo Hoooooooo!!!!<p>\o/~~\o/~~\o/~~\o/~~\o/ (dancing for ya!)<p>My last post got cut off...so if this is a repeat...sorry!!!! [img]images/icons/rolleyes.gif" border="0[/img] <p>I'm so happy for you Gem...you deserve happiness...I'm sorry I'm so late in responding to your thread...catching up on some posts here and there....<p>Praying for a long life of health and happiness for your precious bundle and much peace to you and your family...<p>Hugs,
Twiisty [img]images/icons/grin.gif" border="0[/img]

gem,,,, it it nice to see you posting again and congradulations on becoming a grandma. i am also happy to hear everyone is healthy. when my 1st grandson was born it gave me a sense of pride and joy i had never experienced before. when i saw my son and his wife and what good parents they were my heart almost burst. now i have 3 grandchildren and 2 more on the way. unbelievable.
this is how it was meant to be.

OB1, Twiisty, And Pop's, I'm so happy to say that we feel overwhelmed with love for our granddaughter. Thanks for the congrats!<p>One more goofy story.
Son was changing baby and called "MOM!" "Come here!"
Well I rushed in only to see him stick the tip of his nose {yes, nose} in her mouth as she responded to by sucking!
Truly hilarious!<p>They are a trip together. It's so much fun.
We are blessed and yes Pops, it's what's supposed to happen......<p>Hey, when they finally buy their house, we won't know what to do..... And they are still looking, but not too hard...heh...heh...heh..<p>love
Debi

Dear gem,<p>I have not post or lurk for quite sometime. I hope I am not late, CONGRATULATIONS. I am so happy for you and your family. <p>God Bless you and your family, and your newest little member.<p>I will give you a brief update of my ongoing drama
soon.
with love
mina

I'm late too Gemini, but many Congradulations!! [img]images/icons/smile.gif" border="0[/img] It's great that you and DH have a happy family event to share! [img]images/icons/smile.gif" border="0[/img]

mina29 and Jenny,
Many thanks to you for the well wishes.
All is well.
mina I can't wait to hear about it ..write soon.
prayers to all.
love,
Debi

Gem,<p>me too, sorry it took so long.<p>Congratulations. Glad to hear blessings continue to roll into your life.<p>Z. [img]images/icons/grin.gif" border="0[/img]