He is a wonderful four year old boy, who was chosen for us by our Heavenly Father, to become part of our family and after a long journey of learning patience and complete faith and trust it has finally happened, IVAN PAUL VAN ZALEN. Court went well, we got a late start, the judge forgot about our appointment!!!. So we started out with a laugh. We went into a room with the Judge, prosecutor, director of the Baby House, and the Director of Guardianship, Ira, Paul and Myself. We were asked questions Ira would translate, then both the ladies told about Ivan and if they thought we would be good parents…of course they said we would, after that we asked the Judge to let us adopt Ivan, there was a short recess, for the Judges decision, we went back in and the Judge granted the rights to become Ivan’s parents. After court we went back to the apartment till 4:00 and then to the baby house we presented gifts to the Director and the doctor, and then it was celebration time, Paul popped open a bottle of Champaign and we also had chocolates. We toasted to becoming Ivan’s Parents, and we talked for about an hour about Ivan, his nature how they were thankful Ivan was going to have a wonderful new family, they are all so very kind and wonderful people they make us feel so welcomed. God has surely brought us to a wonderful place to receive our son.
We also did get to play with Ivan after that, they said he was looking for us all day!! We had a great time with our son (how awesome to say that and it ‘s official) We get to see him one last time tomorrow. Then we are coming home. We will return to get Ivan in about 3 to 4 weeks.
What a great day the Lord has given us!! We will rejoice and be glad!!!! Our family was 5 now is 6!!
Love Paul, Vicki and Ivan
15 comments:
Congratulations! I'm glad everything went well. Can't wait to see you and hear more about Ivan. We'll be praying that your return trip goes smoothly and that the next month goes quickly. Give him hugs from us.
Thank you Jesus! Paul & Vicki, we are so glad and thankful. Now we pray that God will protect and care for Ivan while you are gone. Can't wait to see our new grandson!
Mom & Dad VZ
Whoo Hoooo! Alright!!!! Fantastic!!!!! Wonderful!!!! We are so happy for you guys! Congratulations!! We will continue to pray for Ivan during your absents from him, and we will trust that God will carry him in His arms during the time that you can't have him in yours! Blessings all around!!!!
Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever! Paul and Vicki and girls, we celebrate with you and praise our God who has expanded your and His family. Hallelujah!
Celebrating with you Vicki and Paul, Ivan and VanZalen girls!!!!! I think we need to schedule another "Sharing Day" so you can share the end of your adoption story. What do you think? Praising God with you for the beautiful son He chose just for you! Love and prayers,
Trisha
Congratulations, on your new son!! What wonderful news. Praying that you have a safe trip home and that Ivan understands that you have to leave but, that you will be back to take him HOME soon. See you soon.
Love,
Dave, Jill, Sam, Brandon, and Jessie Dykema
It's a boy!!! Three words that summarize years of prayers. God is so good. Save travels home and hope the days fly by so Ivan can come home to see his sisters and family.
Yeah! How exciting. Congratulations. I am SO happy for you.
Congratulations!!!!
We are praising God with you!!!
So happy your court experience was a good one! How exciting for you all!
We will be praying for safe travel and that the time you are away from your new son will be short and the time will pass quickly! We will also pray for Ivan, in your absence, that he understands that you will be returning to bring him to his new home!
There is celebrating across the U.S., we in CA are jumping for joy for you all!
Love, Tammy and gang
Paul & Vicki...
What an awesome answer to prayer!!
We are so thankful the day has come and we will continue to pray over your return and Ivan trying to understand your absence in the weeks ahead. Had a great day with your girls and of course great laughs with Jackie!! You can let Paul know his underwear drawer is all neat and organized along with some sweet smellin' potpourri freshening those briefs up!! (j/k!!) We didn't get into any drawers...we saved that for you cuz you'll be looking for 'chores' to do with a family of 6!! arr arr
Love you all lots!!
Judi & Family
Congratulations!!! God is so good! Our prayers have been answered once again! We can't wait for you to get home and give you a hug. Now we need to plan a shower! Love, Russ and Carole
Congratulations Paul & Vicki!!! What an incredible day!!! We are soooo happy for you guys and thankful that things went so well. Of course you couldn't be more fit as parents for Ivan. Now we will pray for you as you have to say good bye to Ivan and patience (I know...you've have a lot of practice over the last couple of years!!)as you wait for your return to pick up your SON!!! We had a great day of cleaning at your house, so quick come home so it doesn't get dirty!!! lol Have a safe trip home and we are all looking forward to see you guys and very soon meeting Ivan Paul VanZalen!!!
Blessings,
The Brills
Paul and Vicki,
Congratulations on the new family addition. What an exciting time. We will continue to pray for your safe travels and patience over the waiting period.
the Lamfers.
So, so happy for you al. The long wait was worth it. God certainly had to manipulate a few things to get you to Ivan in Kazakhstan, didn't he :)?
Post a Comment